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India outplayed UAE, Ravichandran Ashwin bowled extremely well: Mohammad Tauqir

Mohammad Tauqir feels the wicket was suited to Ravi Ashwin's bowling style.

Mohammad Tauqir's UAE have lost all their three World Cup matches so far © Getty Images
Mohammad Tauqir’s UAE have lost all their three World Cup matches so far © Getty Images

Perth: Mohammad Tauqir, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) captain, conceded that the Indian bowlers outplayed his team in their ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 clash at the WACA, Perth. UAE were beaten by nine wickets after they were bowled out for 102, thanks to a spell of four for 25 by Ravichandran Ashwin. Tauqir said that Ashwin’s bounce caused his batsmen more problems than the turn. READ: India crush UAE by nine wickets

Speaking to the media after the game, Tauqir said, “Yes, it is one of the most difficult wickets in the world. I think it got a lot of bounce and carry. I think they outplayed us with their bowling. They bowled with some excellent areas, and we couldn’t keep up with that.” ICC Cricket World Cup 2015: POINTS TABLE

When asked about Ashwin’s performance, Tauqir said that the results speak for themselves. “You saw the results yourself. I don’t need to say that. He took four wickets, he bowled extremely well. I think more than his turn, I think it was the bounce that was creating a problem for us. He was getting some very good bounce, you know, and yes, of course he bowled well. He took four wickets, and he won them the game,” he said. ICC Cricket World Cup 2015: SCHEDULE & MATCH DETAILS

When compared to their first two matches, this one was a very tough encounter for them. Speaking about the challenge, Tauqir said that the spin bowling made the difference. “No, of course Indian team is more professional. They have a better spin attack than the rest of — than the Irish or Zimbabweans. I think we got outplayed by the spin attack more than the fast bowlers. I think the wicket also helped them in getting us all out,” Tauqir said. ICC Cricket World Cup 2015: Complete Coverage

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