Ajaz Patel: Hope I’ve opened a door
Updated On: 26 December, 2021 08:28 AM IST | Harit Joshi
Mumbai-born New Zealand left-arm spinner Ajaz Patel believes his recent 10-wicket feat at Wankhede will inspire Asian-origin youngsters to take up spin bowling and pursue their dreams
Ajaz Patel. Pic/PTI
Three weeks ago, Ajaz Patel experienced the biggest thrill of his cricketing career when he became only the third bowler in history to claim all 10 wickets in a Test innings. However, in a matter of few weeks, his ecstasy turned into agony after the Mumbai-born Kiwi left-arm spinner, who was the highlight of the Wankhede Test, despite the visitors losing the match and the series, was left out from the 13-member squad for the two Tests against Bangladesh.
Even as the joy was sinking in, the non-selection would be a nasty blow for Ajaz, who aims to bring about a spin revolution in New Zealand and hopes to inspire youngsters to take up spin bowling.
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