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Spinner's Comeback: Inspired by Dhoni Movie
11 Apr
Summary
- Spinner Shivang Kumar made an IPL debut for Sunrisers Hyderabad.
- He switched from right-handed to left-arm wrist spinner by his father.
- A biographical film inspired him to return to cricket after doubts.
Shivang Kumar, a 23-year-old spinner, recently debuted for Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL. His journey is marked by unconventional decisions and resilience, starting in the railway colony of Harthala under his father's coaching. A significant turning point occurred when Shivang, a natural right-hander, was trained to become a left-arm wrist spinner, a move his father termed a 'masterpiece'.
Facing self-doubt after not making an Under-14 team, Shivang temporarily quit cricket. However, watching the film 'MS Dhoni: The Untold Story' significantly impacted his mindset. The movie's narrative of perseverance inspired him to return to the sport with renewed determination, a sentiment echoed by Pakistan spinner Usman Tariq.
Shivang's performances in domestic cricket, including a strong Vijay Hazare Trophy showing with 10 wickets in three matches, brought him to IPL scouts' attention. He also demonstrated promise in T20s. Despite initial setbacks with franchise trials and scheduling conflicts, Sunrisers Hyderabad re-signed him at the auction, finally granting him his IPL debut.
