India A’s Tanush Kotian credited bowling to experienced Mumbai batters like Ajinkya Rahane, who are excellent players of spin, at nets for helping him develop his off-spin skills.

Kotian took four wickets as India A restricted South Africa A to 299 for 9 on the first day of the opening four-day match at the BCCI CoE grounds on Thursday.

“In the Mumbai Ranji team there are many players who have played for India and they are the best batsmen against spin anywhere. So, I think it helps me," Kotian after the day’s play.

“They tell us about the areas where they will feel difficult to play an off-spinner, so, it helps us with the tactics and field placements.

“We have Ajinkya Rahane, who was our past captain, and Shardul Thakur, who is the new captain. So, these senior players help us a lot

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