NEW DELHI: India's premier spinner Ravichandran Ashwin isn't part of India's preliminary squad for the ICC World Cup 2023. However, Ashwin remains optimistic about securing a spot among the 15-member squad representing India in the quest for the coveted trophy. India's journey in the 2023 World Cup will commence on October 8 in Chennai against Australia.
The unfortunate injury to all-rounder Axar Patel has created a potential vacancy, and Ashwin is leaving no stone unturned in his efforts to claim that position should Axar fail to recover in time for the mega tournament.