Archive · 20 Jun 2025
Shardul Thakur on Playing in England and Team's Ambitions
Shardul Thakur, a cricket player, was chosen to play in a match in England, which he sees as a special place to play.
He remembers a good series in 2021 where the team did well.
He believes the team wants to surprise England and put on a great show.
He also talks about how the weather in England can change, and players need to adapt.
A coach also noted that Thakur has performed well in England before, supporting the decision to pick him.
Shardul Thakur was selected for the first Test at Headingley ahead of Nitish Kumar Reddy.
Thakur considers playing in England special, citing the 2021 series as a fond memory.
He mentioned the team's aim to surprise England and put on a show.
Former bowling coach Bharat Arun supported Thakur's selection, emphasizing his past performance.
Thakur highlighted the need to adjust to England's weather conditions while playing.
- Who
- Shardul Thakur
- What
- Shardul Thakur discusses playing cricket in England.
- When
- Before a Test match at Headingley.
- Where
- England
- Why
- To reflect on playing conditions and team goals.
Positive perspectives
Negative perspectives
Selection Debate
Positive perspectives
Some people thought his selection was good.
Negative perspectives
Others questioned his selection.
- Player
- Shardul Thakur
- Selection
- For the first Test at Headingley
- Opponent
- England
- Coach
- Gautam Gambhir
- Previous Performance
- Good in the 2021 series
- Age
- 33