He came from a small town like Amravati with very less hopes to make it big. He was not good at studies and cricket used to be his only love. However, in cricket too, he had a sketchy journey where he failed to impress during peak moments right from his childhood whenever he had the opportunities. He even went through a road accident at a young age which had almost ended his career. In his first 3 Ranji Trophy matches, he was hardly able to score in double digits. However, one thing which always helped him rise was his attitude to never give up, the support from his parents and backing of coaches like Sulakshan Kulkarni and Chandu Borde which changed his life.
Yes we are talking about Apoorva Wankhade, Apoorva has represented Vidarbha across all formats while he has also played in IPL for Mumbai Indians and KKR. From a small town boy with limited dreams and skills set to making it into the India U19 World Cup Team, Ranji Trophy & IPL, Apoorva certainly has an insuring story to tell which is a must hear for all aspiring young cricketers.
Checkout the full Youtube Interview where he talks elaborately about his struggles, ups and downs & much more with Cricketgraph Host Jalal Shaikh.
0:54 – About Cricketgraph..
1:35 – How Cricket Journey began…
11:21 – U19 World Cup days….
15:33 – Players from the U19 World Cup days..
25:30 – Backing up during rough phase….
34:00 – Memories from Ranji Trophy finals vs Delhi
36:14 – Promising in-house players of Vidarbha..
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HOW TO BOWL A SLOWER BALL ft.@cricketwithnagesh
We look at two slower ball variations which can be really handy in this day and age of T-20 cricket or in any format of cricket.
Spilt finger
✅ Hold the ball with the a normal grip,with the seam upright.
✅ Then as you are about to deliver it slide your forefinger and middle finger on the opposite sides towards the leather of the ball.
✅ The wider your fingers,slower the ball will come out.
✅ This type of slower ball is used by bowlers who hit the seam more often than other.
Australian legend Glen McGrath used it regularly.
One finger
✅Grip the ball normally
✅Then as you are about to deliver the ball slide your middle finger,so that you are holding the ball with only the forefinger and the thumb.
✅ This type of slower ball is good to bowl on a flat pitch,because it sticks on the pitch and the batsman can be caught in front of the wicket.
Key 🔑 points:
1. As with all slower balls you will require a lot of practice to master these as well.
2. You arm speed should remain the same while bowling the slower balls,otherwise the batsman might pick it up.
3. Always use a secret signal to let your wicket keeper and fielders know that you are bowling a slower ball,so that they can move a few paces up for the catch.
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Credits to Coach Nagesh Gupta for brilliant illustration and explanation.
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Snell Patel is an Indian Cricketer who has represented Saurashtra Team at U16, U19, U22 and Senior Ranji Team. Snell was a part of the Saurashtra team last season which won Ranji Trophy 2019-20 and he has also been part of the India Blue and Rest of India squads for Duleep and Irani Trophy.
Cricketgraph host Anoop Bindal takes us through his cricketing journey so far and much more..
0:33 – How Cricket Journey began?
2:25 – Grassroot cricket in Saurashtra & Jamnagar…
3:50 – Call up to the Saurashtra Ranji team…
5:06 – Performing well in the 2018 Ranji Season…
7:00 – Becoming the first non-mumbai wicket-keeper to hit a century in Ranji Trophy finals..
8:23 – 4th innings knock vs Uttar Pradesh in the knock-outs
9:18 – Downward trend in performances from 2018 season..
11:35 – The finals win for Saurashtra in Ranji Trophy 2019-20
12:34 – Changes in grassroot level of Saurashtra in last one decade..
16:14 – Making it into the Rest of India Irani Trophy team and India Blue team in Duleep Trophy…
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The very first beneficiary of Cricketgraph Auctions is 9yr old Krishna Kale from Vasai who practices at Santosh Pingulkar sir’s Golden Star Academy in Virar. 9yr old Krishna Kale lost his parents some time back and he is taken care by his cousin brother and relatives. Pingulkar sir has adopted him in the cricketing context and takes complete care of him related to his coaching, training and development. Krishna was gifted a brand new English Willow Cricket Bat worth Rs 5000/- and the smile on his face speaks everything on how precious this bat is for the young man. The English Willow Cricket Bat was donated by Yoogi Sports.
Speaking with Cricketgraph, Santosh Pingulkar sir said “Krishna is only 9yrs old and I have adopted him. He practices with sincerity and daily comes from Bhayender to my academy. Krishna looks like a solid batsman in the making and choosing him because not only he required this bat but he also deserved it”
The very reason for Cricketgraph to begin Cricketgraph Auctions was to ensure that needy and deserving cricketers across India are benefited through this initiative. During this stressful period, we were fortunate to receive support from multiple cricketers who came forward and donated their goods to make sure this initiative becomes a success.
Many established cricketers like IPL and India “A” fast bowler Tushar Deshpande, Mumbai Ranji Captain Aditya Tare to West Indies Batting Coach Monty Desai to Rajasthan Royals player Shashank Singh & many other Ranji players like Aakasrshit Gomel, Raunaq Sharma, Jay Bista amongst others have come forward and donated their goods. These are the cricketers whom we have termed “The Goodwill Cricketers”
Cricketgraph takes this opportunity to thank all the cricketers who have shown support and also to the people who participate in the auctions to buy these cricket goods. As it is through their proceeds we could bring a smile on a young deserving cricketer like Krishna Kale & we shall continue to help the needy & deserving cricketers as and when opportunities arise.
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When a legend like Shane Warne acknowledges a player’s talent, that player has got to be special. Yes we are talking about Dinesh Salunkhe who has played for Rajasthan Royals in IPL. Dinesh has also represented Mumbai at first class level while he also has County Cricket Experience. At club level, he has an experience of almost 20 years and now he has forayed into coaching at his own academy in Mumbai.
Cricketgraph host Jalal Shaikh gets Candid with Dinesh as he takes us through his cricketing journey right from the beginning till now.
1:20 – How Cricket Journey started?
7:30 – Cricket atmosphere at home….
8:50 – College Cricket Days…
12:06 – Entering the IPL Circuit…
14:26 – Experience of playing Times Shield representing Air India team
17:00 – Experience in the IPL Dressing room…
17:51 – About Shane Warne…
22:50 – Disappearing from the IPL Circuit…
24:12 – Experience of playing for DY Patil..
28:50 – Interacting with Rahul Dravid…
33:00 – About Dinesh Salunkhe Cricket Academy…
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CARROM BALL is a variation used by off spinners and left arm spinners in cricket.
The ball is released by flicking it between the thumb and a bent middle finger in order to impart spin. Generally the carrom ball if delivered correctly by a right arm off spinner,moves away from a right handed batsman and if delivered by a left arm spinner moves into the right hand batsman.
Whilst right handed bowlers like Ajantha Mendis ,R Ashwin and Mujeeb ur Rehman have tasted great success with the use of the carrom ball.
Credits to Coach Nagesh Gupta for brilliant illustration & explanation. Share the article with your spin bowling friends for whom this might be of help.
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Bhavin Thakkar is a former first class cricketer who has represented 4 states namely Mumbai, Kerala, Jharkhand and Himachal as a Ranji Trophy Player. Bhavin is also a 3 time Ranji Trophy winner and he has been part of the elite Mumbai team which had the likes of Sachin Tendulkar, Amol Muzumdar, Sairaj Bahutule and Wasim Jaffer amongst others.
Bhavin continues playing top division cricket and has an ample experience of over 2 decades on the ground as a cricketer. His on field experience makes him a valuable asset as a Cricket Coach too and post his cricket career, he is now also working as a Cricket Coach in Mumbai. Cricketgraph host Anoop Bindal takes us through Bhavin’s cricketing journey in an interesting candid chat powered by Hell Energy.
0:53 – Making debut for Mumbai in 2001
2:29 – The journey before reaching Ranji Trophy level…
3:58 – Clubs which played a pivotal role…
4:57 – The two eras of Mumbai Ranji Team…
7:35 – The decision to move and represent Himachal Team…
12:57 – Memorable performances at Domestic Level…
19:30 – Cricket Culture with different state teams….
21:59 – Making a comeback for Mumbai team…
24:57– About Competition in Mumbai’s Club Cricket…
28:41 – New Hind Team 10years & Current New Hind Sporting Team…
31:20 – Club Cricketers who missed out on playing at higher levels…
Cricket in India is not just a sport anymore, it’s a high paying profession where in lakhs of aspiring cricketers toil hard daily to make it into the Ranji, IPL and Indian team. However, we all know intense competition means not every player can make it into the squad of India or even IPL or any domestic teams.
But one thing which is in our hands is hardwork and sheer practice on improving our skillset. To improve your skillset as a professional cricketer, it is very important to find the right place and right coach who can understand your game, your flaws and at the same time allow you to thrive freely. Hence, choosing the right academy is of utmost importance to a player.
Here we bring top 5 best cricket academies in Delhi which has given successful cricketers to the state and country.
Delhi Daredevils Cricket Academy-
Delhi Daredevils Cricket Academy is known for its commitment to quality and superb training facility to students. The academy boasts of an experienced coaching staff who are imparting quality exposure to young players on skill and mental development. Delhi Daredevils Academy is registered with Delhi District Cricket Association and they participate in various local tournaments throughout the year. The above factos makes Delhi Daredevils academy among the top 5 cricket academies in Delhi,
The best part of this academy is that during the IPL Season, the entire coaching staff including the whole Delhi Daredevils squad come to the academy for practice. During this time, the players interact and pass useful cricketing skills to the enrolled students of the academy.
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SONNET CRICKET CLUB
Sonnet Cricket Club is one of the oldest cricket academies in Delhi. Its amongst the top 5 cricket academies in delhi, They also have their team registered as a club with Delhi Cricket Association which participates in various local tournaments throughout the year. Sonnet CC team is also one of the oldest club level teams in Delhi and many cricketers from this club have gone on to represent Delhi & India at various age group levels.
The likes of Manoj Prabhakar, Risabh Pant, Ashish Nehra, Shikhar Dhawan, Virender Sehwag are some of the names which clubs have produced over the years. It is being said that young aspiring cricketers dream to get coached under Tarak Sinha who is a recipient of Dronacharya Award. To get an admission here, you need to show the dedication and hardwork more than the money.
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SEHWAG CRICKET ACADEMY
Virender Sehwag is known to be a man who believes in straightforward approach. His no nonsense approach on and off the field has been bold and inspiring to the young generation. It’s being said that the Nawab of Najafgarh had laid the foundation for this academy during his playing years itself. Sehwag himself dedicated his time, money and emotions to build this academy and he remains actively involved in the administration of the academy.
Sehwag also routinely visits the academy and interacts with the students. The coaching staff also boasts of Ranji Trophy players at this academy. Many international cricketers visit the academy on regular basis to interact with the students.
Sehwag Cricket Academy is spread across 23 eco-friendly acres of land. It boasts of all the modern facilities an aspiring cricketer can dream of. The academy boasts of all modern equipments and technology to help the cricketers in best possible way.
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WEST DELHI CRICKET ACADEMY
Just like Sonnet CC, West Delhi Cricket Academy is one of the oldest cricket academies in Delhi. It holds reputation for disciplined coaching and training ethics under the supervision of senior level coaches. What could be a bigger testimony for West Delhi Cricket Academy than Virat Kohli! Virat was amongst the 1st players to enroll in this academy which started in 1998.
West Delhi Cricket Academy also has four centers namely in Dwaraka, Pashcim Vihar, Kirtinagar and Harinagar.
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MADAN LAL CRICKET ACADEMY
Named after Former Indian Cricketer Madan Lal who was a part of the 1983 World Cup Winning Squad. Madan Lal Cricket Academy is spearheaded by Madan Lal himself who takes active involvement in every aspects.
This academy is known to have the best infrastructure with bowling machines and turf wickets for best practice. Lot of players from this academy have gone on to become successful First Class Cricketers. To get an admission in this academy, one has to showcase that hunger and passion for the game.
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DRONACHARYA CRICKET FOUNDATION
Established in the year 2000, Dronacharya Cricket Academy is one of the reputed cricket academies in Delhi. The academy is headed by former Indian Cricketer, Gurucharan Singh. Coach Gurcharan is a Dronacharya Award Recipient, the highest award conferred to a coach by Indian Govement.
Coach Gurucharan Singh also holds the record of coaching highest number of international and national players. As many as 12 players have gone on to represent International Team under the training of coach Gurucharan Singh. Apart from that, 100 players from the academy have went on to played First Class Cricket too.
The best part is, the Dronacharya Cricket Foundation is still under the direct supervision of Coach Gurucharan Singh. Even at the age of 85 yrs, he is actively involved in the game.
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Delhi Cricket Academy-
Situated in Kashmiri Gate Metro Station and Bhajanpura Delhi, Delhi Cricket Academy is run under head coach Mr. Sultan Sajjid. The academy boasts of hostel facility, turf wicket, nets and toilet. The academy is ideal for players between 5 to 25 yrs of age and private coaching is also available at the academy.
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Collage Sports Club-
Situated in Chanakyapuri and affiliated with Delhi District Cricket Association, Collage Sports Club is one of the oldest cricket clubs of Delhi. Its a Premier Division Club where in players get opportunity to play top level club cricket. Many players from this academy play domestic cricket right from the likes of Robin Bist, Chetan Bist and Pardeep Parashar. Rakesh Rai who is BCCI Level 2 is the head coach at Collage Sports Club.
Collage Sports Club is fully equipped with all amenities including astro turfs, flood lights, normal turf and cemented wickets, bowling machines, catching bat, pug nets amongst other facilities.
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Dhaka Cricket Academy-
Situated near Kingsway Camp near Vishal Market and Dhaka Chowk, Dhaka Cricket Academy is registered with Delhi District Cricket Association. The academy is lead by head coach Pawan Chauhan and boasts of all facilities for cricketers. There are also higher chances of playing practice & local matches at this academy.
The academy is only for boys between 8 to 15 yrs of age. Comet CC is equipped with changing room, toilets, lush green ground and practice pitches.
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Comet Cricket Club-
Comet Cricket Club is a private cricket club in Pitampura, Delhi which is created to help state, national and international cricketers. The academy provides coaching to boys between 8 to 20 yrs of age. Personal training is also available for professional cricketers from NIS Certified Coaches.
The academy is led by head coach Mr. Harjeet Singh Dua and facilities like toilet, washroom, turf wickets and video analysis is available at the academy.
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With over 20yrs of club cricket experience as a player, Wilkin is one of those names who needs no introduction in the Mumbai Cricketing circuit. Wilkin has also represented Mumbai Ranji Trophy team while he also played first class cricket representing Tripura.
Apart from that Wilkin was also a part of Kings XI Punjab in the 2008 & 2009 edition of IPL. Post his journey as a player, Wilkin has forayed into coaching too. Wilkin was the Head Coach of Mumbai U19 team for 2018-19 season while he also worked as a Coach in T20 Mumbai in its inaugural edition. Wilkin at present is the Batting Coach & Co-ordinator at MCA BKC Academy.
Don’t miss out on this insightful interview of Wilkin Mota alongwith our Cricketgraph host Jalal Shaikh.
0:48 – How cricket journey began?
5:46 – Experience of playing alongside Sachin in Harris Shield finals
6:25 – Representing Mumbai at age group levels…
8:00 – About Cricket Coach Vasu Paranjape sir…
11:00 – Message to young cricketers who miss out on playing U14 & U16 levels
12:30 – Remembering team-mates who went on to play higher levels
13:50 – The cricket journey from U19 days
17:58 – Making it into the Ranji Trophy Squad 19: 22 – About Tata’s Corporate Cricket Team
22:10– Experience of playing IPL for Kings XI Punjab
26:50 – Experience of sharing dressing room with Sachin Tendulkar
36:38 – How Coaching Journey began…
38:50– Experience of pWlaying Overseas Cricket & recieving Level 2 coaching…
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The INSWINGER is a lethal fast bowling technique which can be used to dismiss a batsman. To a right handed batsman, the ball nips back in sharply and sometimes marginally which can help in getting LBW or even clean bowled. The IN-SWINGER can also pose danger to a left handed batsman as if forces them to play the ball away from the body.
As we can see in the image, the 1st two fingers are slightly across the seam, angled a little but towards fine leg. On the other hand we can see the thumb resting on seam underneath the ball.
This piece of content made in collaboration with Coach Sumeet Khanna who provided the bowling grip image. Do share this post with those for whom this might be of help.