Under-19 women cricketers learned the tricks of the game from Dhoni
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New Delhi (Best Hindu News): Former Indian cricket team captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni guided young talents at a workshop for U-19 women cricketers organized by Mastercard.
The ‘Cricket Clinic-MSD’ workshop was held at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on February 12, where Dhoni took part in a training session with 15 players.
Apart from sharing his experience on the field, Dhoni also gave many important tips to the girls. The players were selected through a social media competition organized by Mastercard for young women cricketers.
During the workshop, Dhoni guided the players on handling stress, building a career in cricket, maintaining fitness, planning right and other aspects. He also taught batting and wicketkeeping basics to the young players.
Dhoni said after the workshop, “India has always been a sporting superpower and women cricketers today are breaking barriers with their consistent performances and strong determination. My interactions with several women cricketers during the MasterCard Cricket Clinic-MSD have deepened my belief in the future of women’s cricket in India. I am excited to partner with Mastercard to advance women in the field of sports and provide them with an invaluable experience.”
“Mastercard is committed to encouraging women in sports through invaluable experiences in the form of mentorship and coaching,” said Manasi Narasimhan, Vice President and Head of Marketing and Communications, South Asia, Mastercard. This cricket clinic with the legendary Indian captain MS Dhoni is an initiative that will help aspiring women cricketers realize their dreams and make the country proud both on and off the field.”
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