Ruturaj Gaikwad is stoked about captaining India on the Asian Games and stated the intention can be to win the gold medal and guarantee India’s nationwide anthem is performed on the podium. With Asian Games coinciding with the ODI World Cup, the BCCI has named a second-string Indian staff for the continental occasion in Hangzhou. The males’s cricket occasion might be held from September 28-October 8. The format might be T20. “The dream will be to win a gold medal, stand on the podium and listen to the National anthem for the country,” Gaikwad, who was named captain of the aspect on Friday night time, stated in a video posted by the BCCI.

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The 26-year-old, who is currently part of the Test squad in the West Indies tour, has been part of India’s white ball set up and played one ODI and nine T20Is.

With India in a transition phase, it will be a big opportunity for the Maharashtra ‘run-machine’ to show his mettle.

“I feel this chance is one thing particular and we’ll play a model of cricket that may make everybody again house proud,” he said.

“It wil be actually thrilling to be a part of to characterize the nation within the Asian Games and win the medal for the nation.

“It’s something that we always grew up watching on TV, seeing athletes win it for the country. To get he opportunity, go out there and win the medal will be really, really special.

“Playing for India itself can be a proud feeling, and main the aspect in such an enormous occasion, might be a fantastic alternative for me personally, and likewise all of the staff members who’re alongside me.”

Cricket is being played at the Asian Games for the first time since 2014 when India did not take part. This time, India will be fielding both men’s and women’s teams.

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