Overview
- Calling it a challenging phase, Ashwin said Axar Patel is right on Jadeja's heels for ODI selection.
- Jadeja returned 43 runs and no wickets in India's 2-1 home series loss to New Zealand, as Virat Kohli amassed 240 runs.
- Ashwin urged Jadeja to broaden his bowling options, highlighting a carrom ball seen in nets but not in matches.
- He cited Kohli's recent reinvention as a model for a more proactive mindset late in a career.
- Ashwin argued it is too early for final judgments, noting IPL 2026 and the T20 World Cup will heavily influence selection decisions.