I Was Supposed To Play Four English County Mames: Hanuma Vihari
Hanuma Vihari used to utilize the summer months in England to play county cricket. Still, for the time being, the COVID-19 pandemic has compensated the ambitions of the all-rounder of India.
Slowly becoming a core part of the Indian Test team, the 26-year-old continues to fine-tune his talents for a great county team. Still, now the contract is inked as the condition is under control, and travel restrictions have removed internationally.
“This season, I would have played four English county games. I will only inform you of the name until all the paperwork is through. It’s on pause right now because of the following circumstance (COVID-19), ‘ Vihari told PTI during an exclusive interview.
The Andhra man is hopeful that he will be able to travel to the UK during the final part of the county season that is being played from April to September.
In recent years, the BCCI has allowed top cricketers who don’t participate in the IPL to engage in the summer months in county cricketing.
Cheteshwar Pujara’s likes, Ishant Sharma, Ravichandran Ashwin, and Ajinkya Rahane, are some of the English county’s influential test specialists who participated in Divisions 1 and 2.
Vihari’s dedication to the game can be gauged from the fact he played in the Tamil Nadu CA league on Tuesday for his employers Nelson CC. He made 202 not out in a tied game against Alwarpet CC.
I Work For Nelson And I am Committed To Play: Hanuma Vihari
“I work for Nelson, and when I’m open, I’m dedicated to playing. It was proper preparation for the contest. I am now living at Hyderabad. For the time being, I’ll be taking a break,” he said.
Vihari, who debuted in England, has a decent Test record of 552 runs in nine games with a ranking of just under 37.
“I trust myself, and the team knows I can excel overseas,” he added.
So, what was the secret behind his four half-centuries in places like England, West Indies, New Zealand, etc.? Adaptability. I think I’ve been able to adjust well under all situations, and I’m sure I can play whatever position the team assigns to me, “he said.
India will play nine test matches between November 2020 and February 2021 (four matches against Australia and five matches against England at home). “I’m sure I’ll even get a chance to play at home. My job is to do work hard and prepared for any scenario, “he added.
“We all have different preparation schedule during the off period. I’m going to try to keep doing that, “he said.
