R Ashwin recalls Paschim Pathak approaching him and being resolute during an IPL game. Ashwin said he gave Pathak a clear command to go and quit wasting time as he writhed in agony from a pulled-back nerve. Despite being a registered public accountant, he felt obliged to oversee athletic events. Similar to Ashwin, Pathak’s long hair and lively demeanor have drawn interest from both sides.