Rajasthan Royals (RR) batter Jos Buttler on Monday (April 4) heaped praise on teammate Prasidh Krishna, saying the latter has all the qualities to become a successful fast bowler and expects the youngster to play for India in all three formats.
Thanks to his brilliance in the domestic circuit and for his previous IPL franchise Kolkata Knight Riders, Krishna received his India call-up last year and made his debut in an ODI against England at home.
The right-arm pacer has so far played 7 ODIs for the country, claiming 18 wickets at a remarkable average of 16.72. Earlier this year, he trouble the West Indies batters with his pace and bounce during the ODI series.
"He has some pace in the nets and skills, he's got all the attributes to be a very successful fast bowler for India in all formats of the game. I see him playing red ball cricket for India as well," Buttler said at the pre-match conference ahead of RR’s clash with RCB.
In the ongoing IPL so far, Prasidh Krishna has claimed three wickets from the first two outings against SRH and MI.
According to Jos Buttler, the Royals are benefitting from the "invaluable experience" of seasoned campaigners like Ravichandran Ashwin, Yuzvendra Chahal and Trent Boult in pressure situations.
"Their experience is really invaluable. Having those guys is fantastic, we have lots of experience to draw from. Against Mumbai the game was in the balance and we needed wickets, Ashwin came up with a fantastic wicket and then Yuzi got two in two. Those guys are top performers and they know how to get things done," he added.
Commenting on Sanju Samson, Buttler said the skipper has matured as a player over the years.
"Not many changes (since Sanju became captain). That is one of the greatest attribute any leader has to have -- being yourself, being authentic.
"Sanju definelty has that. He's game has matured, cricket has matured, he's a older and wiser than when we first started. We are enjoying playing under his leadership, he makes a great environment. He's a fun guy who has respect from the entire group."
Dew has become a big factor in the outcome of the matches as teams are preferring to chase after winning the toss.
"The dew is something we can't control but we can practice with the wet ball and get used to it. Same for the fielding, put to in a some water and practice your catching cause the dew is playing a big factor and we need to adapt to it as quickly as possible."
(With PTI inputs)
