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“Almost Like A Retired Cricketer…”: Ex-India Star Ajinkya Rahane Explains Why WTC Final Can Be Great

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When the Indian selection for the World Test Championship was released, Ajinkya Rahane’s inclusion made cricket fans pleased.

When the Indian selection for the World Test Championship was released, Ajinkya Rahane’s inclusion made cricket fans pleased. The veteran athlete, a veteran of many wars, returned to the Indian team after nearly 18 months away. The 34-year-old, who led Mumbai throughout the domestic season, hit nearly 700 runs, but it was his attacking game in the IPL that stood out. Rahane’s return was examined by a former India player, who described how it may be a positive match for him.


“He (Rahane) was under enormous pressure the last time he played for India.” It’s a difficult time for a batsman to step up to the plate, knowing that this may be his final innings in a Test match. That is a difficult situation to be in. “I don’t think he’ll be in that position now because he’s seen life after Test cricket, almost like a retired cricketer,” Sanjay Manjrekar told Star Sports.

“Now that he has the opportunity, I believe his mind will be much freer.” People may believe that his IPL form influenced his selection and recovery. But he also had a successful first-class season. As a result, we may gain from this. I’ve been there before. I was released from the Indian team. I scored a lot of runs in first-class cricket, but when it comes to Test cricket, it’s a completely different ball game. So, Ajinkya Rahane will have more freedom, but he will also have more work to do. Test cricket is a different ball game, and he is up against a top-tier opponent. I have no idea how he will bat. There are some signs that he is returning to form, but it is a whole different circumstance.”

On Wednesday, the WTC final will take place at The Oval.

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