Varun Chakravarthy keeps Australia guessing ahead of T20 World Cup
Australia’s top-order batter Matthew Short admitted that facing Indian spinner Varun Chakravarthy has been a difficult challenge during the ongoing T20I series. With four wickets in two innings, Varun has emerged as a key figure in India’s bid to secure a series victory Down Under.
As both teams gear up for next year’s T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka, Australia are focused on countering spin-friendly conditions and finding ways to read Varun’s unpredictable deliveries.
“What makes it harder is just how quick he bowls. We’ve watched a lot of footage, but that’s going to be the challenge when heading to India or Sri Lanka if the pitches turn,” said Matthew Short on the eve of the fourth T20I in Carrara.
Short acknowledged that Australian pitches offer far less spin than those in the subcontinent, but adapting to such environments will be crucial for the team’s preparation.
“He’s a tough one and one we’ll have to look out for,” Short added.
The Australian batter, who is vying for a permanent place in the squad, said he relishes the chance to face world-class Indian bowlers, even as he notes that World Cup conditions will be dramatically different.
“There are always ways to improve,” Short concluded.
Author’s summary: Matthew Short admitted that Varun Chakravarthy’s speed and variations challenge Australian batters, pushing them to refine their spin-game plans before the T20 World Cup in Asia.