Kolkata Knight Riders spinner Varun Chakaravarthy has received a vote of confidence from legendary spinner Anil Kumble regarding his effectiveness in dew-laden conditions. Kumble noted that with the T20 World Cup featuring many late-evening matches, dew will be a significant factor, but he believes Chakaravarthy’s unique bowling style makes him particularly resilient to a wet ball. This assessment is highly encouraging for KKR, who rely heavily on the mystery spinner's control and wicket-taking ability in the middle overs.||Kumble highlighted that Chakaravarthy’s strong grip on the ball and his flatter trajectory should allow him to maintain control and pace, minimizing the impact of the wet conditions that often trouble wrist-spinners. While acknowledging that bowling with a wet ball is never ideal, Kumble stated he doesn't foresee the KKR star struggling significantly. Delhi Capitals all-rounder Axar Patel was also backed by Kumble to cope well, though he suggested Kuldeep Yadav might face a tougher challenge.||This expert analysis underscores the value of Chakaravarthy’s specific skill set, suggesting that his ability to remain economical and threatening, even when conditions favor the batters, will be a major asset for his team in high-pressure tournaments.
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“I don’t think dew will bother him (Varun) that much. Yes, it’s not the same as bowling with a dry ball, of course, but with a wet ball, I don’t see Varun struggling too much.”
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“I don’t think dew will bother him (Varun) that much. Yes, it’s not the same as bowling with a dry ball, of course, but with a wet ball, I don’t see Varun struggling too much.”