Veteran Australian spinner Nathan Lyon believes that rival players often serve as the "best coaches", acknowledging that his Indian counterpart Ravichandran Ashwin has "taught" him a great deal throug

The upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy will see the resumption of the battle of off-spinners between Ashwin and Lyon. The duo made their Test debuts in the same year and have comfortably gone past 500-wicket mark in the longer format.

Nathan Lyon has praised Ravichandran Ashwin, calling him an "incredibly smart bowler" ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Lyon acknowledged learning from Ashwin, who he believes is one of the best bowlers in the world.

Nathan Lyon praises Ravichandran Ashwin for his bowling skills, highlighting their competitive history and mutual respect in cricket.

Australian veteran Nathan Lyon has revealed his admiration for long-time Indian rival, Ravichandran Ashwin, ahead of their eighth Test match encounter.