I was playing in ODIs before 2019 WC, should have been in team: Ajinkya Rahane

I was playing in ODIs before 2019 WC, should have been in team: Ajinkya Rahane

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Ajinkya Rahane

Ajinkya Rahane, vice-captain of the Indian Test cricket team feels that he should have been a part of the 2019 World Cup squad.

Rahane believes that he had been good and was playing well in ODI cricket before the World Cup and hence should not have been picked.

Speaking exclusively to Sports Tak, Ajinkya Rahane said, “It is the dream of every cricketer to play for their country in the World Cup, and that applies for me as well. Before the World Cup, I was in the ODI team as well and had performed well.”

I was ready to play at any position for the team: Ajinkya Rahane

Ajinkya Rahane

Furthermore, Rahane reckons that he should have been given a chance in the World Cup and also added that there is no point in looking back.

“Prior to the 2019 World Cup, I was playing well as an opener as well as at No.4. I was ready to play at any position for the team,” Rahane stated.

While asking his enthusiasm for playing white-ball cricket, Rahane replied, “I am absolutely ready to play white-ball cricket. I don’t want to focus on whatever is not in my control (decision of selectors). But I am very positive and hopeful that I can make a comeback to the ODI team.”

Similarly, when asked how it feels to play for a new team after a long association, he said, “As a professional player, you are loyal to the game. I am thankful for the role that I could play at Rajasthan Royals. But, now I have an opportunity to play at Delhi Capitals and I look forward to it. I am looking forward to playing under (Head coach of Delhi Capitals) Ricky Ponting.”

Rahane is all set to gear up for the upcoming IPL season which commences from September 19 to November 10 in UAE.

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