10 Players MS Dhoni backed but Virat Kohli didn't in Tests
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5. Praveen Kumar
There’s something about Uttar Pradesh and the production of quality swing bowlers. Before Bhuvneshwar, one other Kumar burst onto the scenes with his ability to move the ball at will. It was Praveen who’s regarded as the wasted talent. The right-arm pacer didn’t rely on bowling at a good pace. He instead deceived batters with his sharp swingers.
Who can forget India’s 2011 tour of England? Although the visitors don’t have many pleasant memories from that tour, Praveen Kumar enjoyed a sensational run. English batters found him hard to tackle as Kumar took wickets at regular intervals. In total, he scalped 15 wickets in three games including a five-wicket haul.
Unfortunately, Kumar didn’t play a Test match after that tour. While injuries and controversies also dented his career, Kohli’s trust might have prolonged Kumar’s career. The pacer’s last international appearance came in 2012.
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