Former Indian spinner Piyush Chawla has expressed worries about Punjab Kings’ fast bowler Arshdeep Singh’s recent poor bowling form. Arshdeep struggled during the match against Rajasthan Royals, conceding 68 runs as Punjab Kings lost by 6 wickets. Chawla highlighted Arshdeep’s overall performance in the season, where he has only taken eight wickets in eight matches.
Chawla emphasized the significance of Arshdeep’s form for Punjab Kings, especially as they aim for their first IPL trophy. He raised concerns about the implications of Arshdeep’s inconsistent performance, particularly in crucial playoff matches. Chawla noted that Arshdeep’s ability to take wickets early in the game has been lacking, leading to high run rates during his spells.
According to Chawla, Arshdeep’s effectiveness in picking up wickets with the new ball has been a key aspect of his bowling. However, this season, Arshdeep has struggled, conceding runs at an alarming rate of almost 11 runs per over. Despite his role in bowling challenging overs during powerplays and at the death, Chawla emphasized the importance of Arshdeep as a premium bowler for the team.
Following their recent defeat, Punjab Kings still lead the points table with 13 points from 8 matches. Their next challenge will be against the Gujarat Titans on May 3.
