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Kushagra: Captaincy, Runs, and Cricket Dreams
1 Jan
Summary
- Kumar Kushagra, 21, excels as captain and batsman for Jharkhand.
- He starred in Jharkhand's Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy win.
- Kushagra aims to make a mark in the upcoming IPL season.

Twenty-one-year-old Kumar Kushagra is redefining multitasking in cricket, seamlessly balancing captaincy with his aggressive batting style. This season, he has been instrumental for Jharkhand, notably contributing 422 runs at a striking 161.88 rate to their Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy triumph.
Kushagra's impressive form continues into the Vijay Hazare Trophy, where he has already registered centuries. With Ishan Kishan's limited availability, Kushagra has stepped up as a senior player and captain. He views responsibility as an enjoyable challenge, stating that effective captaincy involves boosting player confidence and performance, a norm in modern cricket.
He credits off-season practice and adapting to different formats for his success. Kushagra emphasized pacing innings and situational adjustments as keys to white-ball cricket. Looking ahead, he is focused on making a significant impact in the upcoming Indian Premier League season after Jharkhand's "coming of age" SMAT victory.




