Samit Dravid, the son of legendary cricketer Rahul Dravid, has been selected for the India U19 squad for the upcoming series against Australia. This selection marks a notable achievement for the young cricketer, who has been making waves in domestic cricket.
Rising Through the Ranks
Samit Dravid, an 18-year-old pace-bowling all-rounder, has been included in both the one-day and four-day squads for the series. His selection comes on the back of impressive performances in domestic tournaments, particularly the Cooch Behar Trophy, where he played a crucial role in Karnataka’s title win. Samit scored 362 runs from eight matches, including a standout innings of 98 against Jammu and Kashmir, and took 16 wickets, showcasing his all-round capabilities.
The India U19 team will face Australia in a multi-format series, starting with three 50-over games in Puducherry on September 21, 23, and 26, followed by two four-day matches in Chennai beginning on September 30 and October 7. The series will provide a platform for young talents like Samit to showcase their skills on an international stage.
Leadership and Team Composition
The one-day squad will be led by Uttar Pradesh’s Mohamed Amaan, while Soham Patwardhan from Madhya Pradesh will captain the four-day team. The squads feature a mix of promising young cricketers from various states, including Rudra Patel, Sahil Parakh, Kartikeya KP, Kiran Chormale, Abhigyan Kundu, Harvansh Singh Pangalia, Yudhajit Guha, Samarth N, Nikhil Kumar, Chetan Sharma, Hardik Raj, Rohit Rajawat, and Mohd Enaan.
Rahul Dravid's son, Samit Dravid, has been named in India's U19 teams to play in three 50-over games and two four-day matches against Australia U19.#INDU19vAUSU19 #IndiaU19 #SamitDravid pic.twitter.com/FneB9kgFkN
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Samit Dravid’s Journey
Samit Dravid’s journey to the U19 team has been marked by dedication and hard work. Despite a modest performance in the Maharaja T20 Trophy, where he scored 82 runs from seven innings, his overall potential and previous performances have earned him this opportunity.
The Dravid Legacy
Rahul Dravid, known as “The Wall” of Indian cricket, has left an indelible mark on the sport with his impeccable technique and sportsmanship. His transition from a legendary player to a successful coach has been seamless, and now, his son Samit is poised to carry forward the Dravid legacy. The cricketing fraternity will be keenly watching Samit’s progress, hoping he can emulate his father’s success and contribute significantly to Indian cricket.
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