New Zealand leg-spinner Adithya Ashok is one youngster to watch out for as the Indian-origin cricketer is set to play the first ODI against India on Sunday, January 11, in Vadodara. New Zealand skipper Michael Bracewell confirmed at the toss that Ashok has been included in the playing XI as the frontline spinner.
The 23-year-old has already represented the Black Caps in two ODIs and one T20I, picking up two wickets across the two formats. He is known for his ability to generate sharp turns and extract spin from the surface. Born in Vellore, Tamil Nadu, Ashok moved to New Zealand with his family at the age of four. He shared his memories of being back in India and recalled his family's journey during their move to New Zealand.
He progressed through Auckland's Under-17 and Under-19 teams, which paved the way for his selection to the New Zealand setup. Ashok went on to represent New Zealand at the 2020 ICC Under-19 World Cup in South Africa and made his senior debut for the Black Caps three years later.
