New Delhi, Aug 27 : There was not much publicized about Kumar Kartikeya Singh, the left-arm spinner who plays for Madhya Pradesh in domestic cricket.He was an early entry to IPL 2022 after being drafted in as an injury replacement for the Mumbai Indians.
However, since Kartikeya’s career as well as reputation have only grown.Attracted by Mumbai Indians talent scouts, Kartikeya was selected for IPL 2022 as a support bowler, which gave him the chance to sharpen his skills and compete at the highest level of cricket he loved.
He left family and home nine years ago, and returned last monthfor the joy of a reunion.
An experience that allowed him to cross cities and overcome disappointments in the field, and discover an instructor, guru and coach in the form of his coach Sanjay Bharadwaj, who set him on a course that is reminiscent of a tale his father would tell him in the past when he was a child.
“There are two ways to go.One is the right one and the other isn’t.The wrong route will be easy, while the other will be full with difficulties and difficulties and that’s what makes your journey successful.” recalls a striking Shyam Nath Singh, the father of Kartikeya in the “Kal Ke Sitaare” series on the official site of the five-time IPL champions.
Six years after leaving the family, Kartikeya rang his father to inform him that he was selected to play in the Ranji Trophy.The proud father who couldn’t contain his emotions fell to the floor at home knowing his son was pursuing his dream.
In the 2021-22 Ranji season, Kartikeya finished with 32 wickets, which was the second most in the entire season.He also was instrumental in helping Madhya Pradesh win their first trophy in 23 years.
As the family waited for Kartikeya’s arrival Sunita Singh was clearly thrilled.”He returned home after nine years.That’s how long I’ve been waiting for my son to come back, happy and successful.In all the sacrifices made over my life, I ask god to recognize the path he has taken and reward him with success to ensure that I am back with my son.It’s the story of his life, and.This was a sacrifice we had to take on.”
Mumbai Indians captain Rohit Sharma like he is with all players and youngsters when he is captaining the Indian team He sat on his shoulder with Kartikeya and helped him calm his nerves.
He advised the debutant that he was set to make his debut against Rajasthan Royals the next day (April 30), “Bowl just like you play in the games you practice (with confidence).Don’t be worried about anything else.” was the message Kartikeya was looking for to hear to Rohit.
In the game, he took a wicket off his second ball.He returning with numbers of 1/19, and only gave one boundary, making an immediate impact on the field and for the team.
In addition, he was awarded an award for the dressing room Player of the Match award for his performance, much to the delight of the players and coaches.
As he examines the last nine years and the last three months of IPL and Ranji Trophy, he is brought back of Mumbai Indians icon Sachin Tendulkar’s words in the nets “The game is the most important thing and cricket should always be respected” and those are the words that will keep him on track towards his goal.
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