Shoaib Bashir discusses challenges of bowling spin in England

In a thrilling Test match at Trent Bridge, England's 20-year-old spinner Shoaib Bashir made headlines with a spectacular performance, helping his team secure a dominant win over West Indies. His impressive bowling, especially in the second innings, showcased why England has placed so much trust in this young talent.

Bashir's breakthrough moment came on the fourth evening when he bowled a delivery that spun past Jason Holder's bat, narrowly missing the stumps. This ball was compared to legendary deliveries from Graeme Swann and Michael Vaughan, highlighting Bashir's potential to become a significant player for England.

In his second outing for England, Bashir claimed a five-wicket haul, sealing the Test match for his team. His figures of 7 for 21 are the best for an ODI debut, breaking Kagiso Rabada's record. This performance not only secured victory for England but also established Bashir as their No. 1 spinner, pushing ahead of his Somerset teammate Jack Leach.

Reflecting on his performance, Bashir expressed gratitude and a desire to keep improving. Despite his success, he remains humble, acknowledging areas for improvement, particularly in consistency.

"Bowling spin in England is pretty tough, but also you reap your rewards later on as a Test goes and I'm grateful I'm a 6ft 4in spinner because it's a nice attribute to have. The extra bounce helps. We saw it there. If you land the ball in the right areas, a few will bounce and a few will skid on, so the bounce does help." Shoaib said.

Captain Richie Berrington praised Bashir's resilience and talent, recalling how he overcame a significant injury that sidelined him for over a year. Berrington commended Bashir's journey from being relatively unknown to becoming a crucial part of the national team.