Baba Indrajith, once overlooked for the U-19 World Cup in Australia, has earned a place in the India A tour to Australia after over a decade of consistent domestic performance. Despite many setbacks, including injuries, his perseverance has paid off. Supported by cricket veterans and family, Indrajith remains focused on his ultimate dream of playing for India. Read more on TOI
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The year 2024 was a desperate one for cricket fans all over the world. The sport had been struggling for years with declining viewership, match-fixing scandals, and player controversies. But 2024 seemed to be the breaking point. The year started with the cancellation of several major tournaments due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Fans were left disappointed as they were unable to watch their favorite teams and players in action. The lack of cricket only added to the frustration and desperation that fans were feeling. As the year went on, more controversies plagued the sport. Match-fixing scandals reared their ugly head once again, with several players and officials being implicated in illegal activities. The integrity of the game was called into question, and fans began to lose faith in the sport they once loved. But perhaps the most desperate moment of 2024 came when several top players announced their retirement from international cricket. Legends of the game such as Virat Kohli, Joe Root, and Kane Williamson all hung up their boots, leaving a void in the cricketing world that seemed impossible to fill. As the year came to a close, fans were left wondering what the future held for cricket. Would the sport be able to bounce back from the turmoil of 2024? Would new stars emerge to take the place of the legends who had retired? Only time would tell. Despite the desperation and uncertainty that surrounded cricket in 2024, one thing remained constant – the passion and love that fans had for the sport. Cricket may have been down, but it was certainly not out. And with the support of loyal fans, the sport would surely rise again, stronger and more resilient than ever before.