Karan114 Posted May 13, 2011 Posted May 13, 2011 Badrinath was expecting the India call-up Sriram Veera May 13, 2011 S Badrinath has said that he was expecting his selection for the ODI series against West Indies after three years in the wilderness. Badrinath was disappointed after losing his central contract last season but that inspired him to regroup and reset his targets. "I was expecting it [the selection call] to be honest. I have been really playing well in recent times and there was news floating around that I would be selected," Badrinath said. "Since I was out for three years in ODIs, it really feels good to be back." Though he lost his place in ODIs, he last played for India in February 2010 in the Test series against South Africa. He was soon dropped from the side and lost his central contract later. "I was disappointed losing the contract as it meant I wasn't part of the whole system. I was out of sight. It was a tough phase. I sat down after that and charted out where I wanted to go. I set my goals and wanted to come back. They say you learn more from your failures than your success and it's true for me." Badrinath had a stellar domestic season and that form continued into this year's IPL. He said he never had any doubt that he would be unable to make a comeback to the national team. "There wasn't one day I thought I will never get back. I just had that fire in me. I have been always striving to be a better player and concentrated on the process. IPL was a huge help; you learn from big cricketers who constantly strive to keep improving. Once you do that, you are going to get just better." His critics have cited his age - 30 years - as a deterring factor but Badrinath said it made him work that much harder on his fitness. "Why do they say one is old - it's just about fitness. I have really worked very hard to be fit. I always pride on my fitness." http://www.espncricinfo.com/west-indies-v-india-2011/content/story/515013.html
Andy Posted May 13, 2011 Posted May 13, 2011 He has been unfairly Treated TBH. Should have got more chances. Anyhow, time to cement your place ahead of Rohit, Vijay and Jadejas.
vvvslaxman Posted May 13, 2011 Posted May 13, 2011 His point about fitness is valid. We should not discard players because they are little older.
anotherhawkeye Posted May 13, 2011 Posted May 13, 2011 His point about fitness is valid. We should not discard players because they are little older. 30 is not that old. He has another 5 to 6 years of cricket left in them. I would hesitate if he is 34 or 35.
Karan114 Posted May 13, 2011 Author Posted May 13, 2011 On ODI debut he made a small but important score under real pressure against Lanka - this was back when almost the entire Indian batting line-up, young and old, was getting pwned by Ajantha Mendis. He failed in the next two games but even so, it was harsh dropping him so quickly.
cowboysfan Posted May 13, 2011 Posted May 13, 2011 Badri has a lot to lose this tour.he may make the test squad too(due to pujara injury) but not if he has an indifferent odi series.If he fails in the tests then his international career is over.
vvvslaxman Posted May 13, 2011 Posted May 13, 2011 Badri has a lot to lose this tour.he may make the test squad too(due to pujara injury) but not if he has an indifferent odi series.If he fails in the tests then his international career is over. He has no option but to succeed. Based on his wonderful first class performance this season he got the nod he deserved.
yoda Posted May 14, 2011 Posted May 14, 2011 yes he has a lot to lose by being picked and a lot to gain by sitting at home. :hahaha:
Ultimate_Game Posted May 14, 2011 Posted May 14, 2011 He deserved it for a long time. Hope he plays all the games and makes the most of it. Wish Rahul Sharma were also selected. Seeing Bishoo succeed in WI and the way WI struggle against Afridi, he would have been a great pick.
The Outsider Posted May 16, 2011 Posted May 16, 2011 there was news floating around that I would be selected Badrinath admits having underhand dealings with Srikkanth/selection committee.
Cricket Tragic Posted May 16, 2011 Posted May 16, 2011 Badrinath admits having underhand dealings with Srikkanth/selection committee. :cantstop:
Vijay.Sharma Posted May 16, 2011 Posted May 16, 2011 May the force be with you, Badri. Insha Allah, you will succeed! It's high time these selector rascals are shown up for their unnecessary pampering of third grade players instead of class acts like you, Badri....go Badri go!
jairamesh Posted May 16, 2011 Posted May 16, 2011 "I was expecting it [the selection call] to be honest. I have been really playing well in recent times and there was news floating around that I would be selected," Badrinath said. "Since I was out for three years in ODIs, it really feels good to be back." Nice to seem him back, but some of his words suggests a tinge of complacency, unless it's just another lost in translation moment. At the age of 30 is never too late especially in the modern game with top notch physio and medical care, but hope he gets Test opportunity too as it's more likely of the three format to suit him, and despite current players in a similar age group, Badri's fielding is top notch.
zen Posted June 11, 2011 Posted June 11, 2011 Badrinath = Hick of Indian Cricket Is he or will he deliver the goods at international stage?
King Tendulkar Posted June 11, 2011 Posted June 11, 2011 Not had as many chances as Hick. But yeah from what have seen, does not have enough class for international level. Cricket eye says decent but not good enough
cowboysfan Posted June 11, 2011 Posted June 11, 2011 we have to wait and see,he as 3 matches against a poor opposition to do it.
urbestfriend Posted June 11, 2011 Posted June 11, 2011 Not had as many chances as Hick. But yeah from what have seen, does not have enough class for international level. Cricket eye says decent but not good enough http://www.indiancricketfans.com/showthread.php?t=118102 :headshake:
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