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Bengal wicketkeeper-batsman Wriddhiman Saha is backing his excellent domestic form to make the cut in the upcoming tour of Australia.
Life has not been fair to Wriddhiman Saha. Born in the same era as India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni, who is the automatic first choice wicketkeeper, the 27-year-old from Bengal never got enough opportunities to prove his worth at the international level.
However, Saha has no complaints; he feels getting into the Indian squad is a big achievement in itself.
He is in exceptional form in the Ranji Trophy this year, scoring 234 runs in three games, at an average of 117.
And, not surprisingly, he was named the second choice wicketkeeper for the tough four-Test series in Australia, starting later this month.
Saha's first taste of international cricket was rather unpleasant. Making an unexpected Test debut against South Africa in Nagpur last February, following a freak injury to Rohit Sharma during practice on the morning of the match, he was bowled for a duck by Dale Steyn. A gutsy 36 in the second innings couldn't save the match, but earned him a lot of appreciation.
Opportunities, though, have been limited since then, as he got to play just three One-Day Internationals.
Saha spoke with Sonil Dedhia, before leaving for Australia, on his preparations for the tour and what inspires him to continue to push for the wicketkeeper's slot despite Dhoni's presence.
How does it feel to make it to India's Test squad to Australia?Obviously, it is an honour to make it to the Indian Test squad. I feel elated at being selected.
You had a fantastic run in the domestic season. How are you looking forward to the Australia tour?Yes, I had a good domestic season and I am looking forward to the tour of Australia. My target is to play good cricket. There are a couple of practice matches, and if given a chance I would like to prove myself for my country and the team.
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