India’s senior spinner Ravi Ashwin defended the decision to keep the established opening pair against Ireland, citing the learning benefits of observing from the sidelines. He said rushing the young Vaibhav Sooryavanshi would not serve the team’s long‑term interests. The move underscores a patient approach to talent development.

India’s senior spinner Ravi Ashwin defended the decision to keep the established opening pair against Ireland, citing the learning benefits of observing from the sidelines. He said rushing the young Vaibhav Sooryavanshi would not serve the team’s long‑term interests. The move underscores a patient approach to talent development.