RR vs CSK: Just brought out the David Warner inside me, says R Ashwin after chest-thumping celebration
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IPL 2022, RR vs CSK: R Ashwin was pumped up as he celebrated the victory over Chennai Super Kings with a couple of chest-thumps. Ashwin hit 40 not out in just 23 balls to help Rajasthan gun down 151 and seal a top-2 finish.
Rajasthan Royals star R Ashwin talked up the hard work he has put to improve his batting in the shortest format of the game after smashing an unbeaten 40 in just 23 deliveries in their last league game of IPL 2022 against Chennai Super Kings on Friday, May 20.
R Ashwin came up with a charged-up knock and he celebrated the team's victory after guiding them past the finish line by imitating David Warner's chest-thumping celebration. Ashwin looked pumped as he hit 3 sixes and 2 boundaries in a stunning knock in a tricky chase of 151. Ashwin's blitz made sure Rajasthan finished in the top 2 of the IPL 2022 points table.
"I brought the David Warner inside me," Ashwin told Star Sports.
Speaking after his match-winning knock, Ashwin credited the support staff at Rajasthan Royals for understanding his game and motivating him to go the extra mile when it comes to batting.
"I have understood the game well and am innovative. I don't have enough power, credit has to go to Rajamani and Zubin Bharucha. They've understood my nature and that I don't bat the same every game. They've given me encouragement and I've practiced a lot.
"I want to play my A-game for all franchises I play for. It's a mark of respect. Glad we're in the playoffs," Ashwin added.
The off-spinner, who was brought by Rajasthan Royals from the marquee list at the IPL 2022 auction, has been a handy contributor with the bat. The former champions have used Ashwin at No. 3 on a couple of occasions and the all-rounder has delivered.
