The star Indian fast bowler of India, Sreesanth has been selected for his state side Kerala in Syed Mushtaq Ali trophy. Sreesanth has been banned for a lifetime after spot-fixing in Indian Premier League in 2013. However, his ban has been reduced to seven years. Sreesanth is currently 37 years old and he is trying hard to make a comeback in Indian Cricket Team. The journey will certainly not be easy for the veteran bowler. However, he will be trying his best to make it possible.
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The first step in his comeback will certainly be the Syed Mushtaq Ali tournament which will take place in 2021. If Sreesanth has been able to perform well in this tournament, he will certainly be picked up in the auction by any IPL franchise. According to Sreesanth, few IPL franchises have already contacted him regarding his involvement in the next season.
So, it is quite clear that the road is not closed yet for Sreesanth. The aggressive fast bowler has been seen in the nets of Kerala. He is the first player from Kerala to represent India in T20 cricket. So, it will be an honour for him if he can make it to the Indian squad again in this age.
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Former Indian cricketer, Yuvraj Singh has also applied to BCCI for granting him the permission to play in Syed Mushtaq Ali tournament. However, the Board has not given him the green signal yet. That’s why Yuvraj Singh has not been included in the list of the probables of Punjab in Syed Mushtaq Ali tournament. This tournament is going to be really important for the budding youngsters as well as experienced campaigners. Probably, it will be the only domestic tournament ahead of the auction of Indian Premier League in 2021. So, the future of Indian cricketers will depend on this tournament.
Sreesanth has been an integral part of the squad of Indian Cricket Team. He has won two World Cups for India in 2007 and 2011. The fast bowler made his test debut in 2006 against England and he has played his last test match in 2011 against the same opponent. Sreesanth has been involved in spot-fixing in 2013 when he has been playing for Rajasthan Royals. Sreesanth has been warned because of violent conduct previously in 2009 by International Cricket Council.
How Did Sreesanth Make His Comeback?
The star Indian cricketer has been a part few reality shows during this ban. He has participated in Jhalak Dikhla Jaa season 7, Bigg Boss season 12 and Khatron Ke Khiladi. He has also taken part in a Malayalam movie as a Hero. After seven years, he has again made a comeback in the cricket field.
The fans are eagerly waiting to see the glimpses of the aggressive fast bowler. Sreesanth has always been popular among Indian cricket fans since his playing days. It will be interesting to see how he performs in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy as he has been out of touch for a long period of time. The journey is certainly not easy but Sreesanth will certainly not give up easily.