Shastri backs youngster to be “genuine all-rounder for many, many years”

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has thrown his weight behind Washington Sundar following the third Test at Lord’s, expressing strong belief in his ability to grow into a genuine all-rounder for India in the longest format.

Speaking on The ICC Review, Shastri recalled his first impression of Sundar and praised the youngster’s all-round skillset.

“I always loved Washington. When I saw him on day one, I said he's the man. And he can be a genuine all-rounder for many, many years for India,” Shastri said.

Sundar, who made his Test debut in the famous Gabba win in 2021 against Australia, has had limited opportunities in red-ball cricket since then. The all-rounder has played in 11 Tests since, scoring 545 runs with the bat, in addition to scalping 30 wickets.

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