India comeback always in my mind: Shardul Thakur | Cricket News – The Times of India

New Delhi: All -rounder Shardul Thakur Having a positive attitude about its future in Indian cricket, despite being out of recording in the current national set-up.
Shardul gave another impressive performance for Mumbai on Monday Ranji Trophy The quarterfinal against Haryana in Kolkata, for six to gain a first innings lead of 14 runs.
The 33-year-old all-rounder, who was playing an important role in India’s 2021 tour of England, has shown an extraordinary form in the current domestic season.
In Mumbai’s lineup, Thakur is an average of 44.00 in nine innings with 396 runs as the fifth largest run scorer. His batting achievements include a century and three half -centuries. On the bowling front, he has been equally impressive with an average of 30 wickets on an average of 21.10.
“When there is no place in the team, there is natural disappointment. And, when you are not playing, you are sitting idle at home, you think more about it,” Thakur said.
“But once I step on the field, my entire focus is on the match – whether it is club cricket, Ranji Trophy, IPL, or India playing for India. For me, every cricket match is the same, whether every cricket match is the same, I always have a goal to give my best in whatever game I play.
Thakur has played 11 Test matches for India, with his last appearance against South Africa in Centurion in December 2023.
Targeting England Tour
Thakur expects a comeback with India to visit England in June-July to start the new World Test Championship cycle.
“Yes, of course. I believe I am in controversy. The next step is to make my place in the team and earn selection. It is always the goal,” he said.
“Right now, I’m Playing at the Ranji Trophy Level. International Cricket is the Highest Level We All Strive for. It’s always on my mind, it’s the motivation to play for the country at fire, Never fade.
Thakur, who was unsold in the IPL mega auction, is open to play county cricket to gain experience in English conditions.
“If I get a proposal, I will definitely play. It will be a great new experience. Now, there is no concrete plan, but county cricket has 6-7 matches around that time. So it will help me adjust (England) for English conditions before the tour, “he said.
Handle pressure
Cricket, with its unpredictable nature, comes with high and its part of climbing, and Thakur believes that mental flexibility is important to navigate them.
“It affects every player differently. Personally, I don’t pay attention to the past. If I do, it only leads to despair and distracts me from the game. My attention is in my hands , “He said.
“Professional cricket comes with high and climb. Sometimes you perform, sometimes you do not. Sometimes you are in the team, sometimes you are dropped. But the real challenge bounces back to you. Has been preparing well, and is distributing it when it matters.
“When I am in my room or in the net alone, I analyze my game and think of the next match. It is important to train the mind to stay in the present. Subconscious still thinks about selection. Can, but on the field, my only attention is contributing – whether it is taking wickets or scoring runs. “
No goal in mind
Mumbai has a history of lower order flexibility, and Thakur believes that it is an important part of his team culture.
“Mumbai cricket has always emphasized that every batsman, even number 11, should contribute. Since childhood, we have been taught that every run matters, even if it is just 2, It is 5 or 10, “he said.
“Historically, the lower order of Mumbai has stepped into situations of crisis, and we follow that tradition. It is included in our team culture, and we hope it continues in the coming years.”
Thakur further said that he does not have any announcement score and he would look to push for a large clan.
He said, “There is no such thing as a safe total in cricket. Two are the whole day. Our goal is to bat as much as possible.”
“The longer we play, the more we wear and tore the pitch, which will help our spinners in the fourth innings. So we will see to spread our innings tomorrow. We haven’t set a specific goal yet,” that conclusion Removed