Ignored India Star, in Contection for IPL Captaincy, Targets Comeback to Test Cricket

OUT-Favor India Batter Ajinkya Rahane on Tuesday Reafirmed His Love for Test Cricket and Said His Hunger to make a comeback to the national team remain intact. The 36-year-old last played a test for India in July 2023, during the West Indies Tour, but his form in domestic cricket has been exceptional across forms formson. “I am batting well Ver haryana here.

Leading Mumbai from the front, Rahane scored a brilliant second-innings century to script a stunning comeback, Sealing A 152-Run Win.

Rahane, who was picked by kolkata knight riders in the ipl auction, has been in red-heart form in his last 10 innings, registered three 90-plus scores, one 80-plus knock, and new-awed

“Domestic cricket has given me everything and beCause of that I still have that passion. I still have that love for the game. I Respect Test Test Cricket.

“I don't know what will happen in the future. But Abhi Bhi Cricket Bacha Hai Mere Mein (There's Still Cricket Left in Me). As you all can see, I am playing with all my heart.” Rahane Further Said His Focus Remains on Giving His Best Every Time He Steps onto the field.

“I Always Think That I Should Play Cricket With A Good Attitude And Give More in the Future will be good.

“If you are not hungry, then there is noting inside. So, you should be hungry to play. But, right now, my mind is in domestic cricket.

“Batting, bowling, and performance can always go up and down. But for me strength is my attitude. And, I play with this passion.

And, that Hunger is still alive. The fire inside me is still alive. As I said, you never know what will happen in the future. Times Change. So, it's all about giving my best, and keep improvement day by day, “He added.

Rahane Credited His Team-FIRST Mentality for his unwaveering passion for the game.

“I think my focus has always been on the team. I want to develop this team in the same way Series in Australia in 2020-21 in Virat Kohli's Absence.

“I do what is Necessary for the team. India's Next Test Assignment is Against England in June, Marking the Start of a New World Test Championship Cycle. Asked Whether he is eyeing a comeback there, rahane refused to read much into it.

“That's in June. There's still a lot of time.

“Right now, we have a Ranji Trophy semifinal to play.

With shreyas Iyer released by kkr and now leading punjab kings, the KKR Captaincy Remains Vacant. Both Rahane and Venkatesh Iyer are seen as Frontrunners for the Role.

But rahane dismissed any discusations with the franchise Regarding the capacity.

“No such talks have taken place.

“When it happy, you'll get to know before me. And then, you'll call me to congratulate me.” Asked Whether he was mentally prepared for the role if given, Rahane Responded With Confidence.

“I have seen every situation.

“So, WHATEver Responsibility is given to me, I am ready for it. But maybe you all will know before me …” 'S MindSet IS Crucial.

“My job is to brings out the best in my teammates, to give them confidence, so they can go ahead and play great cricket.

“It's Never about one individual, it's about how the team performs togeether. If you want to achieve a big goal, you need the entrege team, not just one player.” The Bcci has mandated that Senior Players Participate in Domestic Cricket, and Rahane Welcomed the Move.

“For the last two-three years, bcci have been insisting that available players must play domestic cricket. This is a very positive step.

“When experienced players participate, it helps the younger guys learn.

“Bcci has made a great decision, and I believe this rule is helping Indian Cricket Grow.”

(Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by ndtv staff and is published from a syndicated feed.)