Everyone was quite surprised when Axar Patel was selected in the playing XI of T20 World Cup 2024 along with Ravindra Jadeja. Axar was given preference in the team despite the presence of veteran spinners like Kuldeep Yadav and Yuzvendra Chahal.

However, as the tournament progressed, Akshar Patel proved his worth and emerged as India’s biggest match winner in the tournament. The 30-year-old all-rounder was promoted to bat several times and also got a chance to play in the powerplay. But Akshar never complained about this, and whenever and wherever he got a chance, he performed. Also, how can anyone forget Akshar’s performance in the final.

When India was at a score of 34/3 against South Africa, he played a useful innings of 47 runs in 31 balls and contributed significantly to Team India’s historic victory by taking 1 wicket. Now former Indian cricketer and Punjab Kings spin bowling coach Sunil Joshi is very impressed with this performance of Akshar Patel. Joshi says that Akshar is becoming smarter as a cricketer.

Axar is getting smarter as a cricketer: Sunil Joshi

Let us tell you that regarding the performance of Akshar Patel, Sunil Joshi said in The Telegraph – Even on the New York wicket, where there was not enough help for the spinners, Akshar bowled quite well there. He is someone who always tries to change his pace, adjust his length and understand the wicket. He is becoming more smart as a cricketer.

Sunil further said- Akshar is a smart cricketer, whether he bats at his place or not, he can adjust himself. As he is becoming senior in the team, he is becoming better and faster.