‘Ye toh bahut hi shubh samachar hai’ – Fans react as R Ashwin is likely to be included in India’s playing XI in ODI World Cup clash against England

India are scheduled to compete in their sixth match of the ongoing 2023 ODI World Cup, facing the defending champions, England, at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on October 29. Currently, the English team find themselves in the lower half of the points table, while the Indian team is positioned at the top.

Meanwhile, fans of Indian cricket have been buzzing with excitement as the news circulates that India’s star spinner Ravichandran Ashwin is likely to be included in India’s playing XI for their crucial World Cup clash against England. This potential development has sent ripples of anticipation and curiosity through the cricketing world.

Ashwin, primarily known for his prowess in the longer format of the game, has been absent from India’s ODI setup for quite some time. However, his exceptional skills as a spin bowler have helped him to secure a spot in India’s squad for the ongoing World Cup. He played the first match of the tournament which was against Australia, however, since then he hasn’t played any matches. 

Can India continue their winning streak?

Ashwin’s inclusion in the playing XI could bring a fresh dynamic to the team. His ability to spin the ball both ways, coupled with his experience, could be a game-changer. Moreover, his prowess as a lower-order batter could add depth to India’s batting lineup. With Hardik Pandya being injured, there are also some possibilities of Ashwin getting included in more matches.

Fans are eagerly awaiting official confirmation, and social media is abuzz with discussions and speculations about the impact Ashwin might have on the match. Many fans believe that his inclusion could provide India with an edge in a crucial match against a strong opponent like England.

The match is going to be played at Ekana Stadium and there are high chances that the surface is going to be a rank-turner where Ashiwn can make his impact and help the team to continue their winning streak. It won’t be wrong to say that he can make a significant impact on the ODI World Cup clash against England.

Here’s how fans reacted:

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