Former New Zealand cricketer Scott Styris believes that Hardik Pandya possesses skills on par with England’s Ben Stokes but emphasizes the need for consistency in his performances. Styris expressed this view in an interview with PTI Videos, stating that Pandya is a champion all-rounder with immense talent who should strive for more consistent displays on the field.
While acknowledging Pandya’s phenomenal cricketing abilities, Styris stressed the importance of the Indian all-rounder showcasing his skills consistently. Styris pointed out that Indian fans expect Pandya to deliver with both bat and ball consistently, necessitating peak fitness levels and reliability in performances.
Styris also highlighted the role of left all-rounder Axar Patel in India’s upcoming T20I and ODI series against Sri Lanka, praising Patel’s ability to contribute effectively on the field. He expressed admiration for Patel’s resilient performances and versatility in the team lineup.
In addition, Styris advocated for greater opportunities for Rinku Singh in the Indian cricket team, emphasizing the need to recognize and nurture talent such as Singh’s. He commended the timely retirements of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Ravindra Jadeja from T20Is, seeing it as an opportunity for young Indian cricketers to showcase their talent and step into leadership roles.
Styris concluded by expressing confidence in the next generation of Indian cricketers, citing their talent and potential to succeed in the absence of veteran players. He highlighted the promising performances of young Indian batsmen in the IPL and encouraged the team to embrace the opportunity for growth and development.
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