R Ashwin will be key to India's success against WI: Sourav Ganguly

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Kolkata, July 8: Former India captain Sourav Ganguly today said off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin would be key to India's success in the Test tour of the West Indies, their first series under new head coach Anil Kumble.

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"I think Ashwin will be the key in West Indies," Ganguly, who turned 44 on Friday, said at his residence.

R Ashwin will be key to India's success against WI: Sourav Ganguly — File photo: R Ashwin

Fresh from winning their second World Twenty20 title, the West Indies finished runners-up to Australia in a triangular ODI series also involving South Africa to continue a glorious year that has seen them also win the women's WT20, and Under-19 World Cup.

"They are looking stronger and in the middle of a fine form. But I think India have the side to beat them. I wish luck to (Virat) Kohli and (Anil) Kumble," Ganguly added.

Kumble will begin his stint as head coach with two practice matches against WICB President's XI from July 9-16 followed by the four Tests from July 21-August 22.

PTI

Story first published: Thursday, August 3, 2017, 7:33 [IST]

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R Ashwin will be key to India's success against WI: Sourav Ganguly