‘To execute that on the next ball shows he has practiced a lot’ – Yuzvendra Chahal predicts bright future for Naman Dhir

Indian spinner Yuzvendra Chahal praised young off-spinner Naman Dhir for his preparation, courage, and self-belief during India's T20I series against the West Indies. Chahal highlighted Dhir's mental toughness, particularly his ability to rebound and dismiss batters immediately after being hit for sixes. In the third T20I on October 11, 2026, Dhir conceded three sixes in an over but bounced back to take the wicket of Kamil Pooran.

Chahal compared Dhir's all-round role to that of former international Kedar Jadhav, noting his value as a middle-order batter and versatile off-spinner. Dhir took two wickets in the third T20I at Holkar Stadium in Indore, helping India secure a 14-run victory and take a 2-1 series lead following his 3/31 debut on October 6, 2026.