Rinku Singh has fearless attitude like Mohammad Ali: Sreesanth

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Visakhapatnam. Echoing Rinku Singh’s “aggressive and fearless” approach, former India cricketer S Sreesanth believes the 26-year-old’s attitude towards the game is reminiscent of iconic 20th century sports personality Muhammad Ali.

Speaking to IANS, the former right-arm fast bowler reflected on India’s defeat to Australia in the final of the ICC Men’s ODI World Cup 2023. He credited Australia for defeating the Indian team with their exceptional fielding, while he Focused its hopes on the shoulders of Indian youth. The team is getting ready for the T20 World Cup 2024.

“I’ll be honest. Australia outplayed us. Australia played the Australian way. The target which should have been 280 to 290, the Australian fielders restricted it to 240. It was Warner, Labuschagne, Smith who scored those 40 to 50 runs. Saved. “The whole scenario of the game changed,” Sreesanth said.

Rinku, a rising star with confidence and a fearless approach, caught Sreesanth’s attention and the 40-year-old saw glimpses of Muhammad Ali in the young batsman and praised his consistent performances across formats and his ability to speak his mind.

Highlighting his resilience and attitude, Sreesanth said, “I like Rinku Singh’s confidence. He is constantly doing that for whatever team he plays with, whether it is club cricket, whether it is team cricket, Be it a franchise, he doesn’t care, he doesn’t get carried away but he speaks from his heart and that is Muhammad Ali for me.

Sreesanth, who was a key member of the 2007 T20 World Cup-winning team under MS Dhoni, also reflected on the key moments of his career, talking about the obstacles and resilience that ultimately paved the way for his return to the cricket field. Paved.

Sreesanth said, “Like winning the World Cup is a milestone in my career. But what I and my family went through cannot be described. So when I look back, it was not easy to make a comeback for Kerala at the age of 39. And to turn it down even after proving and being the highest wicket-taker was a very personal call. ,

Sreesanth’s journey was like a rollercoaster ride. After bidding farewell to international cricket in 2013 and announcing his retirement from domestic matches representing Kerala in January 2022, the veteran cricketer faced several personal and professional challenges.

However, his return to Kerala at the age of 39, where he emerged as the highest wicket-taker, clearly demonstrated his unwavering determination.

Now, wearing the Gujarat Giants jersey in the Legends League Cricket (LLC) and preparing for the second edition of the American Premier League (APL) T20 alongside Stuart Binny, Sreesanth appreciates the opportunities offered by franchise cricket outside India.

The LLC has been a platform for him to showcase his skills, with legendary opening batsman Virender Sehwag acknowledging his flexibility while presenting him the Player of the Match trophy in the match against the World Giants, a moment which he would like to discuss in a potential biopic. Let’s see the final scene.

Sreesanth said, “I can improve my fitness. In the match against World Giants in Kolkata, Viru Bhai gave me the trophy and said that it is for your resilience. So it’s still sitting in my house, if I ever make a biopic, I think the movie will end with the Legends League Cup in my hand. ,

Off the cricket field, Sreesanth acknowledges the Indian film industry for offering him work after retirement, keeping him busy and providing vital support as a means of livelihood for his family.

–IANS

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