Does nepotism exist in cricket?

Cricketer-turned-commentator Aakash Chopra has said unlike “a lot of other industries” there is no nepotism in cricket and sons of even the biggest legends have to back their selection with some solid performances.

Is there nepotism in Indian cricket?

Aakash Chopra, the former India opener, has spoken about nepotism in Indian cricket, saying it does exist, but is restricted to the domestic circuit. Chopra cited the example of Rohan Gavaskar, the son of Sunil Gavaskar, who featured in only 11 ODIs for India.

Why Arjun Tendulkar is trolled?

Fans troll Arjun Tendulkar by calling him a product of ‘nepotism’ The ‘Arjun Tendulkar nepotism’ claims started doing the rounds on the internet as netizens called the southpaw undeserving and claimed that he bought by the franchise only due to his father’s influence.

Where is Rohan Gavaskar?

He later played for Kolkata Tigers in ICL, and after accepting the BCCI amnesty, for Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL. He is currently a television commentator, and has made appearances behind the microphone alongside his father during Ranji Trophy matches.

Is Rohan Gavaskar married?

Swati Mankarm. 2003
Rohan Gavaskar/Spouse

Where is Rohan Gavaskar now?

Who brought Arjun in 2021 IPL?

Mumbai Indians
Arjun Tendulkar was picked by the Mumbai Indians in the IPL 2021 auction at his base price of INR 20 Lakh but he didn’t feature in any of the matches. Earlier, MI had brought in Gujarat left-arm pacer Roosh Kalaria in place of injured Mohsin Khan.

Will Mi buy Arjun Tendulkar?

Mumbai Indians head coach Mahela Jayawardene said that the side picked Arjun Tendulkar purely on the basis of his skill sets. Arjun, who is the son of former legendary batsman Sachin Tendulkar, was bought by Mumbai Indians for Rs 20 lakhs in the mini-auction of IPL on Thursday.

Who made 1000 runs in cricket?

Pranav Dhanawade
Pranav Dhanawade (born 2000) is an Indian cricketer from Kalyan, Maharashtra. Batting in one innings, stretching over 4 and 7 January 2016, he became the first person to score more than 1,000 runs in one innings in an officially recognised match.

Is KL Rahul retired from Test?

He is a right-handed batsman and an occasional wicket-keeper. Rahul made his international debut in 2014 and scored his maiden Test century in his second Test match….KL Rahul.