In the lead-up to the Test series on Indian soil, the spotlight typically gravitates towards the host team's spin unit. However, England batsman Ben Duckett is quick to acknowledge that India's pace attack is equally potent and capable of causing significant damage, parallel to their star-studded spin lineup. Despite facing challenges against Ravichandran Ashwin in the past, where he has managed only 15 runs with an average of five in three innings, Duckett recognises Ashwin's skill and impact as a formidable bowler.
