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Thai Cricketer Tries Suryakumar's Viral Shot, Gets Hit Everywhere!
17 Sep
Summary
- Natthakan Chantham attempted Suryakumar Yadav's 'Supla shot' with mixed results.
- She admires Suryakumar Yadav's confidence and unconventional batting style.
- Chantham aims to inspire Thai cricketers at the 2026 Asian Games.
Thailand batter Natthakan Chantham has been practicing the innovative 'Supla shot,' popularized by Indian T20 star Suryakumar Yadav. Describing her attempts, Chantham joked that the shot "hit me everywhere," indicating it's still a work in progress. She noted the importance of focusing on her inherent strengths as a player.
Chantham holds Suryakumar Yadav in high regard, citing his confidence and unique batting style as inspirations. She also expressed admiration for India's Shubman Gill's effortless technique. Chantham plans to seek insights into their batting mindset rather than technical details if she meets them.
With the 2026 Asian Games on the horizon, Chantham sees the tournament as a crucial opportunity for Thailand. She believes a strong performance can demonstrate to new generations that Thai cricketers can compete with world-class teams, overcoming the sport's relative obscurity in Thailand.
Chantham's own cricket journey began unexpectedly at age eight. She credits coach Harshal Pathak for developing her aggressive batting and innings-building skills. The upcoming Asian Games hold particular importance as the event is well-recognized in Thailand, providing a platform to compete without excuses.
