Former Indian cricket group star Suresh Raina showered large reward on Gujarat Titans all-rounder Deepak Hooda and backed him to play the identical function that Sachin Tendulkar and Virender Sehwag used to play as an all-rounder for the nationwide group. In a latest interplay, Raina mentioned that the all-round functionality of Hooda is one thing that may assist India in the long term and even mentioned that his contributions could make life simple for skipper Rohit Sharma within the upcoming ICC World Cup which will likely be held in India.

“I bear in mind how Viru pa, Yuvi pa, and Sachin paaji used to bowl. Yusuf and I as effectively. At any time when a left-hander used to come back to the crease, Mahi Bhai would name me. I feel Deepak Hooda may convey that issue; he might be the floater batter. He is a terrific fielder, a superb offie, and might replicate his T20 kind in ODIs,” Raina advised Sports activities Tak.

Raina additional said that Hooda might be price addition to the spin assault which already has all-round abilities like Ravindra Jadeja and Axar Patel who’ve been terrific with each bat and ball.

“We now have Ravindra Jadeja and Axar Patel; there will likely be spin-friendly wickets, and it will likely be a bit chilly when the World Cup begins. There will likely be dew, and there may not be a lot activate supply. Axar, Jadeja, and Hooda will likely be necessary, and so will Hardik Pandya along with his tempo and variation. We noticed how Viru pa and Yuvi pa used to convey affect with the ball. Yuvi Pa was the X-factor; he bowled very well, and that confidence additionally confirmed in his batting,” Raina mentioned

“It is also simple for the captain when there is a participant who may give you 4-5 overs. It offers you a superb steadiness,” the previous all-rounder additional added.