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• 03/05/2024
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Dinesh Karthik has strongly disapproved of Tamil Nadu coach Sulakshan Kulkarni for scapegoating captain Sai Sudarshan following the team’s defeat against Mumbai in the Ranji Trophy semifinal. Kulkarni’s remarks blaming Sai Kishore’s decision to bat first after winning the toss drew criticism from Karthik, who expressed his disappointment with five thumbs down emojis.

The Disappointing Blame Game

Kulkarni’s assertion that the match was lost due to the captain’s decision to bat first on a challenging BKC pitch did not sit well with Karthik, a Tamil Nadu cricketer himself. In a show of solidarity with his team’s captain, Karthik condemned the coach’s action, highlighting the need for support rather than scapegoating.

“This is so WRONG. This is so disappointing from the coach… instead of backing the captain who has brought the team to the semis after 7 years and thinking it’s a start for good things to happen, the coach has absolutely thrown his captain and team under the bus,” Karthik expressed on X.

Sai Kishore’s Efforts Acknowledged

Despite the defeat, Sai Kishore’s leadership during his first season captaining the senior Tamil Nadu team received recognition. WV Raman, former India batter and head coach of the India women’s cricket team, commended Sai Kishore for his resilient leadership amidst challenges.

“Well tried @saik_99 and team. Has been a season of trials and tribulations. But importantly, you adopted the right approach. Like truth can hurt you at times, doing the right thing might also be disappointing. But hang in there and march on,” Raman expressed on X, echoing support for Sai Kishore and the team’s efforts.

As Tamil Nadu reflects on their defeat, upholding unity and collective spirit remains crucial, focusing on constructive steps forward in the cricketing journey.