Harbhajan picked the first Test hat-trick by an Indian against Australia in 2001.
Suresh Raina and Irfan Pathan discussed the fear Australia had for Harbhajan Singh even when they were the most dominant cricket team in the world.
Talking about Harbhajan aka Turbanator, Pathan said he is the best off-spinner in world cricket. “Bhajju paa was one of the legends of the game, name me a better offspinner than him in world cricket, communication should’ve been better with him too. He’s a legend, played 100 test matches,” said Irfan.
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In 18 Tests against Australia, Harbhajan picked up 95 wickets at an average of 29.95.
Raina continued the discussion and called the off-spinner a fighter. “He’s (Harbhajan) a fighter, won us matches in Australia. Australians always used to say stay away from Harbhajan Singh,” Raina added.
Irfan added, “They used to hold their ears upon hearing Harbhajan Singh’s name."
The 39-year-old hasn't played for India since 2016, but he still features in Chennai Super Kings (CSK) squad for Indian Premier League (IPL).