New Zealand spinner Ish Sodhi is in awe of the “crazy” skills that Indian cricketers possess and what has added to the respect he has for Virat Kohli’s side is its willingness to share the knowledge bank with anyone who cares to approach. The 27-year-old Ludhiana-born wrist spinner has been speaking to the likes of Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja and Yuzvendra Chahal, who he considers a friend.

“You start off with respect and want to tap into their brains. These are all very helpful guys more than willing to share their experiences,” Sodhi said.

“Chahal is a great person to tap into. He is completely a different bowler, big hearted. It is great to rub shoulders with these guys and listen to their experiences,” he added. Sodhi said he is enamoured by Ashwin’s range of tricks and Jadeja’s work ethic.

“Talking to Ashwin about the carrom ball and the googly he bowls despite being an off-spinner. It's crazy,” Sodhi, who has played 17 Tests, 32 ODIs and 45 T20Is, said.