Vicky Ostwal, a left-arm spinner who is 23 years old and uncapped, recently called bowling to Rishabh Pant “the most difficult thing.” For the past three seasons, Ostwal has been a backup for the Delhi Capitals. Pant joined the Lucknow Super Giants after playing for DC until 2024.
Ostwal also discussed the counsel that Ricky Ponting and Axar Patel gave him while he was at DC. Even though he hasn’t had the opportunity to play for the XI yet, he said he had a “good time” in the franchise. He also praised the Indian Premier League’s overall competitive atmosphere for improving his temperament and helping him to acquire stronger instincts.
“As a left-arm spinner, bowling to Rishabh Rishabh Pant was the hardest thing.
I’m able to put Axar’s advice on Test and T20 bowling into practice. During my three years with the Delhi Capitals, I also received assistance from Ricky Ponting, sir. Overall, it was a pleasant experience. After the IPL, the game sense got better. Sometimes you may read the scenario pretty early and enter into the act sooner, giving you a slight advantage. That makes you more proactive,” Ostwal said, according to ESPNcricinfo.
Still battling for a team spot: Vicky Ostwal
The 23-year-old Vicky Ostwal stated that he could not afford to be comfortable. Additionally, he stated that his only goal at the moment is to assist Maharashtra in winning championships, whatever of the competition they participate in. He was a standout player in the just finished Maharashtra Premier League 2025 and has been included in Maharashtra’s probables for the forthcoming domestic season.
Making a place on the squad is always a process for a spinner. I continue to fight for it. I have intermittently participated in five Ranji games, but following that Under-19 World Cup, CK Nayudu has been my mainstay. Whether I play Ranji or CK Nayudu, the goal is to help Maharashtra win. It is a [matter of] honor to play for Maharashtra. “Winning trophies for Maharashtra is always the goal,” said Vicky Ostwal.
For those who are unfamiliar, Vicky Ostwal was the Men in Blue’s top wicket-taker in the 2022 U19 World Cup. In six games, he took 12 wickets at a frugal economy rate of 3.63 while giving up runs at a rate of 3.63. Ostwal continued to be the best player for the Yash Dhull-led team as the Indian U19 team won the title by four wickets with 14 balls remaining in the summit match.
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