The demand for sidearm specialists is increasing every passing day with most of the franchise teams as well as International teams recruiting sidearm specialists in their squad for training and practice. The profession of sidearm specialist has progressed a lot in the last 2-3 years and one such youngster who is hopping on to the trend with good speciality and skills is Abhishek Jain from Mumbai.
23yr old Abhishek from Mumbai is a professional cricketer himself but he started practicing sidearm since 2017 when the trend was not even picked up. In the last 4 years, he has worked hard on increasing his skills, pace and accuracy. A right handed batsman and a right arm off-spinner, Abhishek himself pursues cricket in Mumbai and plays club level but at the same time he wishes to grow as a sidearm specialist.
Abhishek Jain shared with Cricketgraph:
“Being a cricketer myself, it gets easier for me to learn and understand what the player wants during practice. That’s one benefit I get because I myself play cricket and I realize potential areas to bowl which will benefit the players during practice sessions. I take feedbacks from the players on what areas do they need deliveries to be pitched while I mix my own intuition too, overall it’s been a great learning experience since last 4 years which has resulted in me working with some top players of Mumbai”
Abhishek currently provides sidearm practice under Dinesh Lad sir’s guidance at his academy. For the uninitiated, Dinesh Lad is one of the most sought after cricket coaches in Mumbai who has given India many domestic and international cricketers including the likes of Rohit Sharma and Shardul Thakur. Abhishek’s stock deliveries are Yorker, outswingers and he manages to bowl between 130-135 kmph. Abhishek has been committed to improve on his skills and his commitment towards the work of sidearm has resulted in him working with many Ranji Trophy Level Cricketers.
In the last few years, Abhishek has worked with many players right from Shashank Singh (IPL and Ranji Player), Atif Attarwala (Mumbai Senior Team), Siddhesh Lad (Mumbai Senior Team), Akhil Rajput (Domestic Player), Suved Parkar (Mumbai Jr Team), Aayush Jethwa (Mumbai Jr Team), Rudra Tank (Mumbai Jr, Team), Pranay Kapadia, Ishan Roy, actor Bhaktyra Irani from JNS Jaguars Cricket Team and many more.
Truly Marians opting to bat first at the scenic MIG Cricket Ground in Bandra scored a more than decent total on board of 167/8 in 20 overs. After losing a few quick wickets, Vijay Singh coming at no.4 stabilized the innings with his gutsy half century. Vijay top scored for his team smashing 53 runs off 34 balls with 5 fours and 2 sixes. Abhishek Singh with 2/26 in 4 overs was the pick of the lot Sudeep Gokhale also bagged 2 wickets for 8 runs.
Poddar Phantoms in reply could only managed 140/7 in 20 overs with most of their batters failing to convert their good starts into something substantial. It was a disciplined bowling performance from the Truly Marians bowlers with 2 wickets each from Jinesh Kothari and Neelesh Dhamnaskar.
Result: Truly Marians won by 27 runs
Scorecard link: http://jfsc.in/match_details.php?match_id=236168&team_id=128811&tab=scorecard
PARIKSHIT VALSANGKAR (4/10)
In the match between New Hind Sporting Club and Sainath SC at the iconic Wankhede Stadium, New Hind managed to defend a low scoring total of 91 runs restricting Sainath SC to 73 all out in 19 over. Parikshit Valsangkar was the most impressive of the lot coming up with excellent bowling figures of 4/10 in 4 overs including one maiden representing New Hind SC. Youngster Akshat Jain was also impressive in the match as he scored 55 off 38 balls from Bhatnagar Team.
ANGKRISH RAGHUVANSHI (65*)
In the match between Parkophene Cricketers vs Apollo CC at Parsee Gymkhana Ground, Apollo CC Chasing 128 won the match by 7 wickets courtesy a solid 65* off 54 balls by youngster Angrkish Raghuvanshi. Angkrish’s unbeaten half century included 10 boundaries.
SHIVAM DUBE (69*)
In the match between Karnatak Sporting Assn and Bhatnagar Sports Club at MCA Stadium, Karnatak SA scored 200/7 in 20 overs with Ramanpreet (51) and and Shivam Dube scoring half centuries. Shivam top scored for his team scoring 69 off 41 balls which included 7 fours and 4 sixes. Karnatak SA eventually won that match by 66 runs.
Jayesh Pokhare (79*)
In the match between Parsee Gymkhana and and SPG at Parsee Gymkhana Ground, Parsee Gymkhana scored 185/7 courtesy an unbeaten half century by Shams Mulani (51* off 31 balls). Shivaji Park Gymkhana could only managed 154/6 in reply but it was Jayesh Pokhare who top scored in the match with a hard fought knock of 79 runs off 50 balls, a knock which included 6 sixes!
Aman Khan (60*)
Chasing 142 vs Sind Sports Club at MCA BKC Ground, DY Patil won the match in a commanding manner with more than 6 overs to spare and 7 wickets in hand. The man who proved to be the destroyer for Sind SC was hard hitter Aman Khan smashing an unbeaten 60* off 27 balls at a strike rate of 222.20 alongwith 7 sixes.
Cricket legends and experts across India and Pakistan concur that team India are firm favorites against team Pakistan in the T20 World Cup
Noida: October 22, 2021: Cricketing legends and experts both in India and Pakistan are of the opinion that India has a huge advantage over Pakistan in the iconic clash between the two teams on
October 24, 2021 in the upcoming T20 World Cup in UAE. Commenting on India’s chances, during an interview for ABP News’ ‘Vishwa Vijeta Dubai Conclave 2021’, one of India’s iconic captains and the current BCCI President, Sourav Ganguly said, “Yes there is a huge possibility of 13-0 happening and India extending their unbeaten streak against Pakistan in this World Cup. All the players in this Indian team are genuine match winners and fingers crossed, this team can finally end our 10 years wait of
winning a world cup.”
The conclave witnessed unanimity among top players of India and Pakistan that the Indian side will have a huge advantage in terms of talent, on-paper record, and its leadership. The following are the excerpts from the quotes of the legendry cricketers who participated in the ABP News’ ‘Vishwa
Vijeta Dubai Conclave 2021’. The mega on-ground conclave was held at the iconic Burj Plaza, amidst the towering backdrop of Burj Khalifa, in Dubai on October 17, 2021.
The full program will be aired on October 22 nd from 4 pm to 7 pm exclusively on ABP News and the portions of the conclave will be
aired as repeat telecast exclusively on ABP News on October 23rd and 24th .
When asked as to who they think has advantage in the upcoming clash between India and Pakistan on October 24, 2021, T-20 World Cup match?
Quotes of former Indian Cricketers
Kapil Dev: As a bowler, I want (Jasprit) Bumrah to rule the tournament. I want him to step forward, take the responsibility of taking wickets and winning the tournament for India, become the player of the tournament. Bumrah has got the X factor and he will be decisive in the India Pakistan game.
Mohammad Azharuddin: India versus Pakistan is always a big game, there is much hype and anticipation that is built around the game. I would say India are clear favourites as they have just come out playing a competitive IPL in the same venues so they would have an edge over Pakistan.
Dinesh Karthik: I will go with India as the firm favourites to win the game. India is easily the more talented side and the players look like in the right frame of mindset going into the big match.
Quotes of former Pakistan Cricketers
Younis Khan: When you have a player like MS Dhoni in the dressing room, as an opponent you always dread that. Even before in our games, Dhoni has been a big factor, he has the ability to calm the environment and in a high-pressure game that is a huge bonus. Dhoni has won many titles and
as a mentor he will be a huge plus for India in the World Cup.
Younis Khan: From Pakistan point of view, I am hoping that 5-0 record in T20 world cup will become 5-1. India Pakistan is a high-pressure match and only those who are able to deliver in such scenarios go on to become legends of the game.
Mohammad Amir: Virat Kohli is a legend, the way he keeps performing all the time, it is just amazing. India Pakistan match is always high-pressure and. Virat knows how to deliver under pressure. The participating experts also spoke about the absence of bilateral cricketing ties between India and
Pakistan. They expressed hope that with Imran Khan, Pakistan PM, at the helm, the resumption of cricketing ties between the two countries would take place sooner than later.
The discussions also touched upon Virat Kohli’s decision to quit captaincy, and how will it impact the Indian cricket team. Furthermore, the panelists praised MS Dhoni for taking up mentor’s role of the Indian team for the T20 World Cup. One of the sessions also covered how Indian Batting can
withstand Pakistani bowling attack and how it will decide the Oct 24 th clash outcome.
ABP News organized a star-studded cricket conclave ‘Vishwa Vijeta Dubai Conclave 2021’ in the lead up to the T20 World Cup in the UAE. The mega on-ground conclave was held at the iconic Burj Plaza, amidst the towering backdrop of Burj Khalifa, in Dubai on October 17, 2021. ABP News’ first ever
international cricket conclave set into motion the much-anticipated encounter between arch-rivals India and Pakistan on the 24 th of October at the T20 World Cup.
The star-studded panel discussions included legendary cricketers from India and Pakistan who shared their playing experiences while analyzing the historic nature of this contest. The Indian side was represented by India’s World Cup winning captain, Kapil Dev along with Mohammad
Azharuddin, Dinesh Karthik (member 2007 T20 WC Winning Team) and Atul Wassan. The Pakistani side included Aaqib Javed, Mohammad Amir, Younis Khan (Pakistan’s 2009 T20 WC Wining Captain) and legendary batsman Zaheer Abbas. Former Indian Captain and current BCCI President,
Sourav Ganguly also participated in program through an interview, on the sidelines of conclave in Dubai.
The conclave was the first such initiative by ABP News and highlighted its increasing focus in promoting sports. The network has made significant investments in expanding its sports coverage, as highlighted by its recent live streaming of the PGTI golf tournament and the prestigious JP Atrey
cricket tournament on ABP Network’s digital platforms.
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Parsee Gymkhana after being put to bat first at the iconic Wankhede Stadium posted a total of 208/5 in 20 overs. The top order performed well with most of them chipping in with 20’s and 30’s while skipper Vikrant Auti top scoring with 49 runs off 35 balls. All-rounder Parag Khanapurkar coming in at no.5 was the 2nd highest scorer smashing a game changing knock of 47 runs in mere 23 balls, a knock which included 2 fours and 5 sixes at a strike rate of 204.35.
Parag who has batted at no.6 & 7 in the first 3 games finally seems to be pouncing upon the opportunity as he now has 126 runs facing only 57 deliveries so far in the Talim Shield Tournament with a batting average of 31.00. Parag has smashed 12 sixes in those 57 balls faced apart from taking 7 wickets too.
Mumbai Police Gymkhana in reply gave a good fight however they fell short by 16 runs managing 194/7 in 20 overs. Opener Kaustubh Pawar brought up his successive half century scoring 62 off 38 balls. From the bowlers, it was Anjdeep Lad with 3/8 being the best bowler from Parsee Gymkhana.
Result: Parsee Gymkhana won the match by 16 runs.
Scorecard link: https://www.pitchvision.com/#/pvm/135400
Played at the Rotary Public School, Gurgaon, OP Arena Sports Academy batting first posted a gigantic total of 485/10 in 83.1 overs. With a good top order start Ishaan Jha and Pranjal Singh scoring half centuries, the stage was all set for Aarush Malhotra who went on to score a stunning double hundred coming at no.4. Aarush counter attacked the bowlers with absolute ease as he scored 201 off mere 149 balls smashing 23 fours and 12 sixes. Aarush was well supported by Himanshu Pandey (78 runs) with whom he stitched a 177 run stand for the 4th wicket.
CRD Cricket Club in reply were all out for 281 runs with Himanshu Pandey being the pick of the lot with 4 wickets. The match ended in a draw (OP Arena Sports Academy won the match on 1st innings lead)
Scorecard link:
https://cricheroes.in/scorecard/2347767/individual/Op-Arena-Sports-Acafemy-vs-Crd-Cricket-Club
In a tense & thrilling last ball finish Payyade Sports beat host MIG CC by 3 wickets to reach the finals of Talim Shield. Batting first MIG scored 152 for 7 in their stipulated 20 overs where in Siddharth Chitnis top scored with 45.
Pardeep Sahu bowled a splendid spell of 3 overs taking 2 crucial wickets for 13 runs to put MIG innings on the back foot. Pardeep was ably supported by Atif Attarwala who finished with 3 for 37 being the pick of the lot. Left arm pacer Atif has been amongst the wickets in Talim Shield with 9 scalps in 5 games so far.
In chase of target, Payyade were 48 for 4, before Pardeep Sahu & Sagar Mishra put on a game changing partnership of 68 runs. Sahu top scored with 41 runs while Sagar Mishra scored 29. In the end it was Rohan Raje & Atif Attarwala who hit critical boundaries to win the cliffhanger. Rohan Raje the experienced campaigner did it again for Payyade. When 2 runs were required off last ball, Raje hit last ball to square leg for boundary as Payyade entered the finals. Atharva Ankolekar finished with 3 wickets.
Played at the iconic MIG Cricket Ground in Bandra, Utpal Warriors after opting to bat first scored a healthy total on board notching up 194/5 in 20 overs. Kalpesh Mehta at no.3 remained unbeaten scoring 50* off 33 balls while it was Sadanand Poojari who proved to be the game changer coming in at no.6. Sadanand counter attacked the bowlers en-route his impressive 64 off 30 balls, a knock which included 10 fours and 2 sixes. Sadanand and Kalpesh also stitched a brilliant 104 run stand for the 5th wicket helping their team reach a healthy total.
Roaring Lions chasing 196 certainly felt the pressure of chasing as they could only manage 141/9 in 20 overs with Sundaresh S top scoring with 61 runs off 35 balls. From the bowlers, Ajay Jain with 2/15 in 3 overs was the pick of the lot.
Result: Utpal Warriors won by 54 runs
Scorecard link: http://jfsc.in/match_details.php?match_id=236505&team_id=112216&tab=scorecard
Played at the Babu Rao Sagar Cricket Ground (2), SKN Cricket Academy opting to bat first scored 205/6 in 50 overs with skipper Alankrit top scoring for his team coming at no.3. Alankrit scored 95 runs off 124 balls which included 10 boundaries. From the bowlers, Shaik Haji with 2/20 in 6.3 overs was the pick of the lot.
Chasing 206, G Prem (72 runs off 95 balls) and Skipper Aryan Reddy stitched 118 runs for the 1st wicket creating a positive momentum for the chase. Aryan who has been in excellent form throughout the season notched up yet another half century scoring a quickfire 65 off 57 balls laced with 10 boundaries. It was on the back of two solid half centuries by the AV Academy openers, their team won the match by 4 wkts and almost 15 overs to spare.
Aryan Reddy now has nearly 300 runs and 19 wickets in 6 HCA Matches this season apart from scoring heavily in practice games.
Scorecard link:
https://cricheroes.in/scorecard/2362142/individual/SKN-Cricket-Academy-1-vs-Av-Academy-2021
Played at NL Complex Cricket Ground in Dahisar, Vignaharta CC after being put to bat first were all out for a modest total of 123/10 in 17.3 overs. Opener Vishal Sharma top scored with 51 runs while the rest of the batters found it difficult to get going. From the bowlers, Rohit Shukla with 3/24 was the pick of the lot.
Chasing 124, NL Boys made the total look like a cakewalk chasing it down in mere 10.5 overs and winning the match by 9 wickets. Openers Ronak Mehta (38*) and Saiprasad stitched a match winning 92 run partnership for the 1st wicket. Opener Saiprasad Naidu went all guns blazing smashing an impressive 58 off 28 balls, an innings which included 4 fours and 5 sixes steering his team towards a commanding win.
Result: NL BOYZ won by 9 wickets
Scorecard Link: https://cricheroes.in/scorecard/2318340/Dahisar-Premium-League-Season-2021/Vighnaharta-C.-C.-vs-N-L-BOYZ