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'I was envious': R Ashwin makes honest confession about Ravindra Jadeja

Ravichandran Ashwin recently discussed his long-standing bowling partnership with Ravindra Jadeja, noting that he gained a deeper appreciation for his teammate's natural consistency after realizing how effectively Jadeja controlled the game from one end. Over 58 Test matches, the duo combined for 587 wickets, with Ashwin claiming 317 and Jadeja taking 270.

Ashwin admitted that while he initially struggled to understand Jadeja's approach, he eventually recognized that Jadeja's ability to restrict scoring allowed him the freedom to experiment and hunt for dismissals. During a podcast appearance, Ashwin also shared that he felt a sense of envy regarding Jadeja's innate talent, though he clarified that this was not rooted in jealousy.

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