Cricket

Ankit Singh Rajpoot excited to share the new ball with Jofra Archer ahead of IPL

 

Uttar Pradesh bowler, Ankit Singh Rajpoot can’t wait to share the new ball with England pacer Jofra Archer in the India Premier League (IPL)

This is going to be Ankit’s maiden stint with the Rajasthan Royals after swapping Kings XI Punjab for Rajasthan Royals for the 2020 season.

Speaking with Timesofindia.com in an exclusive interview, Ankit said Rajasthan gives a lot of youngsters opportunities and chances to explore.

Expressing his delight at joining the team, the pacer is sure of getting a lot of opportunities and learn from the team in the process.

While noting that it’s a new start for, which he is prepared for, Ankit, said he is also excited to share the new ball with Archer.

The pacer has played 23 IPL matches so far in his career, which has seen him claiming 22 wickets.

He noted that the English superstar is a bowler which a batsman cannot easily judge and figured out what delivery he is going to bowl. This he said is because of his ability at bowling in six different variations in an over that sees him changing the speed as well.

He also noted that ARcher bowls with no pressure as he is usually relaxed and calm during his run-up and approach.

Ankit was with the Chennai Super Kings franchise in the 2013 edition of the IPL, playing under the veteran, Mahendra Singh Dhoni. He had made his debut against Mumbai Indians and claimed the wicket of Australian legend, Ricky Ponting in his very first over.

He teamed up with Kolkata Knight Riders in 2016 and played two seasons with them. He eventually joined Kings XI Punjab in the 2018 IPL player auction after they paid Rs 3 crores to buy him.

During his stint with them, the pacer showed his mettle with spectacular bowling against the Sunrisers Hyderabad, where he took 5 wickets in his allotted 4 overs and conceded just 14 runs. Those he dismissed include Shikhar Dhawan, Kane Williamson, Wriddhiman Saha, Manish Pandey and Mohammad Nabi. He was awarded the Man of the Match honour.

 

Written by: Oladipupo Mojeed

About the Author


Written by DafaNews

DafaNews brings you the most highlighted news in the world of Sports. It serves you up-to-date matches, scores, live streams, fantasy games and quizzes. Our news covers India's prestigious leagues and events – Premier League, Pro Kabbadi League, Cricket World Cup and many more. Follow DafaNews on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter,Telegram and Youtube for more updates.

Related Post
Share
Published by
DafaNews

Recent Posts

“Never expected a very easy run” – Gautam Gambhir reflects on his tenure as coach after IND vs NZ 2024 Test series defeat

India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir has admitted that he never expected a very easy run… Read More

October 31, 2024

Probably has a lot to do with playing on flat wickets in T20 – Gautam Gambhir on decline of good defensive technique in Test cricket

India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir feels T20 cricket has led to the downfall of a… Read More

October 31, 2024

India needs Mumbai Test win before Australia tour – Gautam Gambhir

Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir feels the Rohit Sharma-led team desperately needs to win the… Read More

October 31, 2024

I cannot say just the batters have let us down – Gautam Gambhir feels everyone should take responsibility for series loss against New Zealand

India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir refused to blame the batters after the team’s 2-0 series… Read More

October 31, 2024

It was insane – Bronny James after scoring his first NBA bucket

Los Angeles Lakers rookie Bronny James was on cloud nine after he managed to score… Read More

October 31, 2024

I’m happy with my team’s performance: Mohun Bagan SG head coach Jose Molina after win against Hyderabad FC

Mohun Bagan Super Giant head coach Jose Molina was delighted with the team’s performance after… Read More

October 31, 2024