Mumbai pacer Tushar Deshpande is set to make his debut for Team India, having been named in the playing XI for the fourth T20I of the five-match series against Zimbabwe at Harare Sports Club on Saturday, July 13 (today).
Tushar Deshpande, a 29-year-old right-arm seamer, has been a regular in Mumbai’s domestic cricket scene and has also played for the Delhi Capitals (DC) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the Indian Premier League (IPL). His debut T20I cap was awarded in the presence of his wife, Nabha Gaddamwar, making the occasion even more special.
Expressing his excitement, Deshpande shared, “Very happy to be here. It all goes back to my childhood days when I dreamt of playing for my country. Being here wearing the blue feels very proud. Means a lot to me. The atmosphere is great here. Playing for CSK in the IPL helped me a lot. That experience will help me in international matches. I started as a batsman, so it feels natural to me. I’m working on refining my skills. The team atmosphere is very relaxed..”
Tushar Deshpande’s inclusion in the national team is a testament to his hard work and dedication. His experience in the IPL, especially with CSK, is expected to be invaluable as he steps onto the international stage. Fans and cricket enthusiasts eagerly await to see how the young pacer performs in his debut match for India.
