Axar Patel Reflects on Humble Beginnings and Career-Defining Moments After T20 World Cup Victory
Summary
Axar Patel reflects on his humble beginnings in gully cricket and career milestones after India's T20 World Cup win in 2024, sharing personal memories and future ambitions.
Key Points
- Axar Patel recalls the overwhelming joy during India's T20 World Cup victory parade in Mumbai in July 2024.
- He started playing cricket with a tennis ball and was inspired by his father's passion for the sport from a young age.
- Axar faced challenges transitioning from tennis-ball cricket to leather-ball cricket but persevered, eventually representing India in 2014.
- His idol MS Dhoni's advice during the 2021 T20 World Cup helped him play freely and regain form after an injury.
- Axar was a key player in the 2024 T20 World Cup, including a notable 47-run innings in the final, and will serve as vice-captain for the upcoming tournament.
