Ryan ten Doeschate said, Indians have ‘fallen back a little bit’ in playing spin
According to newly appointed assistant coach Ryan Ten Doeschate the Indian cricket team, known for its historic dominance against spin bowling, has seen a surprising decline in this area. The former Dutch cricketer, who recently joined the Indian coaching staff, has voiced his concerns over the team’s current ability to tackle spin, especially in subcontinental conditions.
His observations come on the heels of India’s recent series against Sri Lanka, where the team struggled against the hosts’ spinners.
In a recent interview Ryan Ten Doeschate highlighted how the Indian team’s emphasis has shifted towards succeeding in fast-bowling conditions, particularly in Australia and England.
“The Indian mindset has become so driven to do well overseas that the focus has moved away from what was once their strength—playing spin,” he said. He acknowledged that while this shift has paid dividends in improving the team’s performance in pace-friendly conditions, it has inadvertently led to a decline in their ability to dominate spin, a skill once considered a hallmark of Indian cricket.
Ryan Ten Doeschate is eager to address this issue and help restore India’s reputation as the best players of spin in the world. “I’m looking forward to helping get to that position where Indians are the best players of spin again,” he stated. His approach will focus not just on technical aspects but also on mindset and situational awareness, ensuring that Indian batsmen regain their confidence and prowess against spin bowling.