Cricket

Jitesh Sharma reveals stunning story of maiden India call-up

It is the dream of every budding cricketer to make his debut for the national team. Jitesh Sharma revealed how he received a call from a selector when he was picked for the Indian team for the first time. The 31-year-old made his debut for India in the 2023 Asian Games but got his bigger break later that year when he was picked for the T20I series against Australia.

Sanju Samson was ruled out with a knee injury and Jitesh was called in a replacement. Sharma has scored 100 runs in seven innings at the International level at an average of 14.29. The pugnacious batter said he didn’t get a lot of time to process the news.

Jitesh said on RCB’s YouTube Channel, “I came in as a replacement in the Indian team when Sanju bhai had a knee injury. While I was running on the ground, I got a call from XYZ called me and said, “Hey, I’m an Indian selector. We’re looking forward to you joining the Indian team, so be ready. By evening, you’ll get a call about your departure details.” I was like, “Okay.” But I didn’t even get a chance to process it.” 

The wicket-keeper bat admitted he was a bit nervous when he was training with the likes of Suryakumar Yadav and Hardik Pandya under the tutelage of former Indian coach Rahul Dravid.

He concluded, “Things moved so fast that the next day I had to go for practice. I think I was a little nervous; my hands and feet were shaking. I was a bit cold because I was wearing that Indian jersey while watching Surya Bhai and Hardik Bhai over there, and Rahul was the coach at that time. It’s a feeling you can’t really express.”

Jitesh recently scored a fine cameo of 40 runs off just 19 balls against Mumbai Indians. RCB will next take on Punjab Kings at the M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru on Friday.

About the Author


Written by DafaNews

DafaNews brings you the most highlighted news in the world of Sports. It serves you up-to-date matches, scores, live streams, fantasy games and quizzes. Our news covers India's prestigious leagues and events – Premier League, Pro Kabbadi League, Cricket World Cup and many more. Follow DafaNews on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter,Telegram and Youtube for more updates.

Related Post
Share
Published by
DafaNews

Recent Posts

Indian Women’s Hockey Team Faces Relegation Threat as It Ends Pro League Campaign Against China

The Indian women’s hockey team finds itself in a high-stakes battle for survival as it… Read More

June 27, 2025

Sanju Samson to CSK? Trade Rumours Swirl as Potential Blockbuster Swap with Ashwin and Dube Surfaces

In what could be one of the most sensational trades in IPL history, rumours are… Read More

June 27, 2025

Mohun Bagan Secure ₹8.1-Crore Deal for Tekcham Abhishek Singh in One of Indian Football’s Biggest Transfers

Mohun Bagan are on the verge of completing the high-profile signing of full-back Tekcham Abhishek… Read More

June 27, 2025

Mohammad Shami urges Indian fast bowlers to talk to Jasprit Bumrah and learn from him ahead of 2nd Test against England

Indian fast bowler Mohammad Shami wants Indian pacers to have a discussion with Jasprit Bumrah… Read More

June 27, 2025

Aakash Chopra opens up on Jasprit Bumrah reportedly missing ENG vs IND 2025 2nd Test

Former Indian Test opener Aakash Chopra has expressed concerns after it has been reported that… Read More

June 27, 2025

R Sridhar backs Yashasvi Jaiswal after Leeds fielding nightmare

India’s former fielding coach R Sridhar has put his weight behind Yashasvi Jaiswal after the… Read More

June 27, 2025