CHENNAI: Dinesh Karthik career once again came on a boom when he joined Royal Challengers Bangalore in IPL 2022. Playing for RCB as a finisher in IPL 2022, Karthik scored 330 runs in 16 innings and claimed a comeback in Team India after a gap of 3 years.
The IPL team played an important role in the return of Dinesh Karthik to the Indian team. Dinesh Karthik was included in the squad for the home T20 series against South Africa. After this he was given a place in the team for the tour of England. Now Karthik has been retained in the team for the T20 series to be played on the West Indies tour.
Dinesh Karthik has returned to Team India many times
Dinesh Karthik has returned to Team India many times but he has termed the recent return as the most difficult. Karthik said about this, when your age is more than 35 years then it becomes more difficult to return. And am thankful to everyone who helped me during that period. I quietly believed in myself and worked hard before the IPL. I am glad that the hard work has paid off.
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Every day is faced with a new challenge
Playing the role of a finisher for RCB gave him the confidence that he can do the same while playing for Team India. Dinesh Karthik said about this, the good performance for RCB proved to be helpful for me in achieving some important things. It is a journey and I am enjoying it. With every new day comes a new challenge. Some challenges you overcome and some challenges are difficult, so far everything has been very interesting.
Having a clear role is beneficial
It has proved beneficial for him to have a clear role in the team. 37-year-old Dinesh Karthik said about this, whether it is a state team or IPL or national team. If your role is clearly defined then it becomes comparatively easier for you to prepare and concentrate. One has to adapt to one’s role and I am enjoying the challenge.
Will do well in T20 World Cup
The Indian team has occupied the first position in the ICC T20 rankings. In such a situation, Dinesh Karthik is confident of the team doing well in the upcoming T20 World Cup. Karthik said, the kind of talent we have. I am sure the Indian team is sure to do well in the World Cup.
