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Ashwin recalls learning from Manjrekar’s critical column
R Ashwin has recalled a critical column written by former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar during his early Test career, saying he found something to learn from it. The off-spinner took only nine…
R Ashwin has recalled a critical column written by former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar during his early Test career, saying he found something to learn from it. The off-spinner took only nine wickets in three Tests during the 2011-12 tour of Australia at an average of 62, as India lost the series 0-4.
Manjrekar had criticised Ashwin's performance in his column after that tour. Ashwin said he read the article on the flight back, felt angry and bad, but then let it go. He did not speak much to Manjrekar at the time. The all-rounder reflected on the episode in a chat on JioHotstar.
Indian Opinion Analysis
The only source, newindianexpress.com, presents a neutral-report account of Ashwin's recollection, focusing on his personal reaction and the learning he took from the criticism. The framing is straightforward and avoids any judgement on Manjrekar or Ashwin. Without competing framings, the story is a simple human-interest note about a player's growth. Readers should note that Ashwin's later success, he became one of India's leading wicket-takers, gives the anecdote added significance. Watch for whether Ashwin or Manjrekar comment further on their relationship.
Coverage: 1 source, 1 neutral
Source: newindianexpress.com (neutral report)
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