Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin said Friday he was basking in the pressure of the Bangladesh series after his counter-attacking century handed India a firm grip over the first Test. Ashwin, 38,

As the much awaited India vs Bangladesh test series got underway, Ravichandran Ashwin stood out amongst all the players for his contribution with the bat as he scored an all important century in which he was assisted by all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja.

Veteran all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin discussed how he has liberated himself from external and internal pressures, aiming to play cricket with a smile. After scoring a crucial century against Bangladesh,

Ravichandran Ashwin embraces pressure, focuses on cricket with a smile, and separates bowling and batting with mental detachment.