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India's Spin Typo Fixed: The Rise of Kuldeep Yadav
4 Feb
Summary
- Kuldeep Yadav began bowling spin at age 8 after a coach's suggestion.
- He represents a rare 'Chinaman' bowling style previously missing in India's spin history.
- Yadav overcame career ups and downs to become India's key middle-overs wicket-taker.
Kuldeep Yadav's emergence around 2017 marked the correction of an old oversight in Indian cricket's spin legacy. For years, the nation known for its world-class spinners lacked a 'Chinaman' bowler, a unique style where the ball is released from the back of the hand.
His journey began at the tender age of 8 in Kanpur, where a coach noticed his potential and unique delivery. This pivotal moment set him on a path that would see him represent India at the U-19 level and eventually debut in Test cricket.
While initially spending time on the sidelines behind stalwarts like Ashwin and Jadeja, Kuldeep persevered. In white-ball cricket, he refined his attacking spin, even through periods where it proved costly. Today, he stands as India's primary wicket-taker in the crucial middle overs of ODIs, a testament to his resilience and skill.
