"Shreyas Iyer is in a zone of his own" | R Ashwin's Deep Dive on Shreyas Iyer & Rajat Patidar

In this episode of ESPN Cricinfo Timeout, Yash Jha sits down with R Ashwin to discuss the phenomenal rise of Shreyas Iyer and Rajat Patidar. Ashwin provides expert analysis on Shreyas Iyer’s incredible batting form, his evolution as a captain, and how he's conquered his previous weaknesses against short-pitched bowling. Inside the Conversation: The "Zone": Ashwin explains why Shreyas Iyer’s current presence on the field is "terrifying" for bowlers. Mastering the Short Ball: A look at how Iyer has upskilled himself to dominate pace, including hitting Jasprit Bumrah for six. Captaincy Brilliance: Discussing Shreyas Iyer's 7-0 record against Mumbai Indians and the "brotherhood" atmosphere he creates in his team. Rajat Patidar's Impact: Analyzing Patidar’s growth as a premier spin-hitter and his leadership for Bangalore. India’s T20 Selection: With the richness of talent like Yashasvi Jaiswal, is there an opening for Iyer and Patidar in the national side? "To not utilize him would be... well, I'll leave it at that." — R Ashwin Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more sharp insights and expert cricket analysis! Download the ESPN Cricinfo App for fast scores and more: #ShreyasIyer #RAshwin #IPL2026 #RajatPatidar #IndianCricket #T20WorldCup #CricketAnalysis #ESPNCricinfo #Bumrah #JaiswalAbout Channel: 🏏 Stay updated with the latest T20I, ODI and Test match highlights, cricket match news, and in-depth analysis from the most exciting cricket tournaments. Subscribe to ESPNcricinfo now and unlock a world of exclusive cricket content to catch every boundary, every wicket, and every unforgettable moment of the T20I, ODIs, Test, Domestic and International Matches Subscribe to our YouTube channel:    / espncricinfo   Get more cricket updates at: https://www.espncricinfo.com/ You can also find us at:   / cricinfo     / espncricinfo     / espncricinfo   Download Android and iOS Apps for more cricket news & updates: Android: https://bit.ly/2vFVfzX iOS: https://apple.co/2vGj8rg