Arshdeep Singh had a roller-coaster journey since making his T20I debut in 2022. There was a time when he was portrayed as the biggest villain on social media after India lost an Asia Cup fixture against Pakistan. All the social policing and hatred was too much for a youngster but he could get over it with family’s support and a strong mentality.
Two years down the line, the fortunes turned when he emerged as one of the World Champions, winning the T20 World Cup in the Caribbean. Arshdeep Singh was fantastic throughout the tournament, finishing as the joint-highest wicket-taker alongside Afghanistan’s Fazhal Farooqi with 17 wickets.
Speaking with news agency IANS, Arshdeep talked about how criticism taught him ‘resilience’ and how family support is ‘invaluable’ during one’s journey.
“Family support during tough times is invaluable. My family has always been my pillar of strength, providing unwavering support and encouragement through all the ups and downs,” Arshdeep was quoted as saying.
“Their belief in me keeps me grounded and motivated, especially when things get challenging. Knowing that they are always there, cheering me on, gives me the confidence to keep pushing forward. At the end of the day, nothing comes above the family bond and their love. Family is all that you’ve got,” he added.
‘Rohit Sharma – a bowler’s captain’
Arshdeep further heaped praise on World Cup-winning skipper Rohit Sharma, calling him a ‘bowler’s captain’ who gives freedom to the youngsters to play their natural game.
“Playing under Rohit Sharma’s captaincy has been an incredible experience. Rohit bhai is a bowler’s captain. He allows every bowler full freedom to execute what they want to do on the field. He has a unique way of keeping the dressing room atmosphere light and positive, which helps in high-pressure situations,” Arshdeep said.
“What I like the most about his leadership is his calm demeanour on the field. He always backs his players, giving us the confidence to play our natural game. His strategic thinking and the way he read the game are truly inspiring, and I have learned a lot from him about handling different match scenarios,” he added.
(With IANS Inputs)
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