Ravi Shastri’s tenure India The head coach may have passed away last month but the legacy he left is unforgettable. Under his guidance, the Indian team not only achieved new heights but also stamped its authority as one of the legends of cricket.
He saw many ups and downs during his association with Virat Kohli-led Team India. There was a time when the unit was completely shut down by the pundits of the game. However, all the criticism never affected Shastri’s mindset and his way of supporting his players.
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In a recent interview with Times of India, the former head coach revealed that there were people around him who wanted the Indian team to fail. But the more ‘such people’ got jealous, the better Shastri’s team performed.
“There were always a lot of negatives but luckily, I didn’t have time for all of that. But those who know me well know what a fat man I am, which impresses me.
“The more I saw people getting jealous of what this team has achieved, the more I laughed at their insecurities. The more people wanted this team to fail, the better we did,” he told TOI Told.
Shastri, who played 80 Tests and 150 ODIs for India, also spoke about the moment he decided to step down.
“Later, shortly before leaving for England this year, I made up my mind to move on. What was the reason for this, there were two reasons for this. First, I was pushing 60 and these were Supreme Court rules and all.
“Second, I knew that the quarantine and bio-bubbles would go nowhere for the next two years. Cricket Will be played in isolation and that’s what we’re still seeing. ,
“So, I said enough. How long will this last,” said Shastri.
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