In a heartwarming rendezvous at the hallowed grounds of the Brian Lara Cricket Academy in Tarouba, young Indian sensations Ishan Kishan and Shubman Gill had the privilege of meeting the legendary Brian Lara, one of the greatest batters cricket has ever witnessed. Following India’s emphatic victory in the 3rd ODI against the West Indies on August 1, the two fanboys seized the golden opportunity to interact with the Prince of Trinidad himself.
The enchanting encounter was filled with poignant moments, as Ishan and Shubman rekindled their admiration for the iconic cricketer and shared their own stories of inspiration. Ishan Kishan, who rightfully clinched the Player of the Series Award for his exceptional performance, confessed that the thought of scoring a double century had crossed his mind in the third ODI, given the favourable batting conditions.
Ishan gets a text from Lara
For Ishan, the meeting was particularly unforgettable as he revealed that he had once received a message from Brian Lara on Instagram, an incident that left him in awe of the cricketing legend’s warmth and humility. “Such a legend of this game texted me and I was very happy about it,” Ishan gleefully exclaimed, a testament to the impact Lara’s gesture had on the young batter.
In the cherished conversation, Ishan expressed his admiration for Lara’s resilience and dedication on the field, recounting stories of how the cricketing maestro used to bat till lunch and then return to the pitch for practice sessions. Learning from the best has always been Ishan’s mantra, and being in the presence of the legend himself was an experience beyond comparison.
Shubman learnt fearlessness from Lara
Shubman Gill, the stylish right-handed batsman, opened up about the inspiration he drew from Brian Lara’s ferocious batting prowess. For Shubman, Lara was the epitome of fearlessness and domination, someone who fearlessly took on bowlers from the very first ball. “He used to be one of those people who used to go in and straight from ball one, he would take on the bowlers and would take on the challenge,” Shubman shared, revealing how Lara’s fearless approach inspired him to conquer the game in all its formats.Â
In the historic ODI hosted at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy, India put on a formidable show, amassing a staggering 351 runs and dismissing the West Indies for 151, sealing a triumphant series victory. For Lara, witnessing India’s brilliance on the same ground where his legacy is enshrined was a moment of pride and joy. “India is like a second home to me,” he expressed, while applauding the talent and promise of young Indian cricketers.
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