India's Left-Arm Spinner Sums Up His Performance Against the Pakistan Cricket Team
Kuldeep Yadav, the spinner of team India, said on Monday that his match-winning five-wicket haul against Pakistan in the Asia Cup will remain a spell to "remember" even after retirement. Kuldeep returned figures of 5-25 to help bowl out Pakistan for 128 while chasing 357 for victory in the rain-hit Super Four clash in Colombo. The 50-over contest carried over into a reserve day set aside by the tournament, which remains a tune-up to the upcoming ODI World Cup in India.
Kuldeep told reporters that "I am feeling very happy. Taking five wickets against a good team will always be remembered. When I stop cricket and retire, I will always remember that I took five wickets against Pakistan."
He further added, "Because a side that plays spin well in the sub-continent, to play well against them really motivates you."
He overcame a threatening knee injury to return to the international stage last year and has since performed well in the Indian Premier League and for the national team.