Ajaz Patel: Hope I’ve opened a door

Mumbai-born New Zealand left-arm spinner Ajaz Patel believes his recent 10-wicket feat at Wankhede will inspire Asian-origin youngsters to take up spin bowling and pursue their dreams

Ajaz Patel. Pic/PTI

Three weeks ago, Ajaz Patel experienced the biggest thrill of his cricketing career when he became only the third bowler in history to claim all 10 wickets in a Test innings. However, in a matter of few weeks, his ecstasy turned into agony after the Mumbai-born Kiwi left-arm spinner, who was the highlight of the Wankhede Test, despite the visitors losing the match and the series, was left out from the 13-member squad for the two Tests against Bangladesh. 

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