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TOI spoke to four talented ‘wonderkids’, to discover how they are dealing with it and keeping their chin up …
YASHASVI JAISWAL
Bought for Rs 2.40 cr by the Rajasthan Royals at auction, Yashasvi Jaiswal was looking to carry the fiery form he showed at the U-19 World Cup in South Africa, where he had 400 runs in six games with a Bradmanesque average of 133.33. , in the IPL. However, the 18-year-old has been forced to cool down his heels.
“Right now, everyone is fighting coronavirus. It is very unfortunate that these things are happening. This is the worst human crisis in history and that is why the safety of people always comes first. I pray that we get out of this phase as soon as possible possible. I also pray for the people who are working very hard to safeguard all of us, “Jaiswal tells TOI.
Losing the IPL naturally has been disappointing for the stylish left-hander. “I was really excited to play in the IPL for the first time and that for the Royals as well. My preparation was very good. I was going everywhere, including the U-19 World Cup. I was looking forward to meeting the world’s best players cricketers like Jos Buttler, Steve Smith and top coaches like the legendary Shane Warne. I was eager to understand how these great international players prepare before the big games and how I can learn from them, “he laments.
Explaining how he is using this unwanted rest, Jaiswal says: “I am doing my regular workouts and meditation at home. My coach (mentor) Jwala (Singh) sir is giving me many vital lessons about life and also about the game. He said I should take advantage of this time to develop some small habits that are very important to stay focused and positive in difficult situations. I am trying to take note of these things. I have come to know how our habits are so important in life. ” concludes.
RAVI BISHNOI
From the fifth to the first, life has abruptly applied brakes on Ravi Bishnoi’s career. The 2020 U-19 World Cup leggie, who left everyone in awe of his ability to throw trickery, has been confined home since the flagship tournament ended in February in South Africa. IPL was her next stop, and she inadvertently wonders what awaits her next as the world battles the Covid-19 pandemic. “I was so excited after the World Cup start and I really wanted to unleash my skills in the IPL, but now I will have to wait. I cannot complain as everyone faces a similar situation. I was thinking that if I left well the IPL, they can be noticed by national selectors, “said the 19-year-old, who is in Jodhpur, his native district in Rajasthan. The roulette was collected by Kings XI Punjab for Rs2 crore during the auction held in December.
“Due to family commitments, I returned home from South Africa and even missed a 15-day camp organized by the National Cricket Academy (NCA). I was scheduled to participate in a Kings XI training camp from March 18, but then the running of the bulls happened, “said the player who turned his legs, who took the most wicket in the World Cup, where he climbed 17 wickets in six games. The camp did not happen and Bishnoi also missed interaction with legendary former captain Anil Kumble, who is the KXIP head coach. “I really wanted to talk to Anil sir and learn the tricks of the trade from him. I hope the IPL happens and I can interact with him,” said the leggie.
To maintain fitness levels, Bishnoi works out on his deck every day for an hour and follows the schedule set by the physio and the coach of the Rajasthan Cricket Association (RCA). “The association has formed a group of cricket players where I am also there. The regimen we have been asked to follow has different exercises on different days and includes: yoga, agility training, free weight training, body weight training, etc. We also have to send videos of our training for your review, “added the young man.
SARFARAZ KHAN
After a Ranji season for Mumbai, in which he scored 928 runs in just six games with an incredible average of 154.66, Sarfaraz Khan was eager to showcase his products at the IPL. A good performance in the tournament may have even put him in contention for a spot on the India T20 World Cup squad. Purchased by Kings XI Punjab for Rs 25 lakh, it could have brought much more. “I was in Bhopal (for a local T20 tournament) when the IPL was initially postponed, and abbu (and his coach, Naushad Khan) came to pick me up in his car from Mumbai. He said, ‘We go to my town (Azamgarh) for four and five days, “I had no idea the blockade would last that long. Since he was in such good shape, it is disappointing that the IPL has not happened until now, but I can understand that BCCI’s main priority is that everyone must be safe before playing the tournament. What they have done is correct. For my part, I can only control what I have in my hands, “Sarfaraz tells TOI from the village of Chhatarpur, his maternal home, 17 km from Azamgarh in Uttar Pradesh.
So how are you trying to practice under the current circumstances? “I was doing my batting practice on our deck with a practice ball, and abbu had innovated to create a special ‘net’ for me. However, as of today, Ramzan has started. So, I am doing my batting exercise with a hanging ball. After iftari, I do some physical exercise, “says the 22-year-old.
Like most cricket fans, the talented young man is watching old games. “I’m watching old videos of legendary players to motivate me. I learn a lot from watching great hitters like Viv Richards hitting hundreds,” he says. “I just pray that the chaos of the virus ends and everyone stays safe,” he adds.
RIYAN PARAG
Bought for Rs 20 lakh by Rajasthan Royals Riyan Parag at 17 years 175 days, he became the youngest hitter to score fifty in IPL history last year. Regarded as the season’s RR find, the adolescent Assamese performed decently at the IPL 2019, scoring 160 runs in seven games with an average of 32 and a hit rate of 126.98. He also picked up a pair of wickets with his bag of googlies, carrom balls, and cutters.
After his 43 of 29 balls in a chase against the Mumbai Indians, Steve Smith gave the 17-year-old a bright future. This time, the young Turk must have been willing to capitalize on his earnings, before his hopes were dashed. “We are definitely going through a very unknown moment, and it feels absolutely strange not having to go to the cricket ground at this time of year. However, to win against this virus we have to prioritize human security,” Parag tells TOI of Guwahati
He is doing his best to make the most of the current situation. “For me, it has been difficult to be away from what I like to do the most, but I have achieved a way to train and keep fit and also paying close attention to maintaining a proper diet. I hope everything is fine and we can find a bowl (topic RR officer) soon, “he stresses.
