Virender Sehwag

Its high time i wrote an article on this special batsman. First up, hats off to his performance in the 2nd test at Galle. His single handed batting display where he scored 201 of the 329 runs in the first innings is the prime reason for our victory!

I hate calling myself a "fan" of anybody. Maybe its because fans are often narrow minded and non-critical when it comes to their respective "idols". And maybe its also because fans know a lot of info and trivia about their idols, which i certainly don't have. Hence I'd rather call myself an Admirer. Until a year ago, it has been only Sachin Tendulkar and Anil Kumble from our Indian Cricket Team that i call myself an admirer of. Now, Viru too!

He is one of the most exciting cricketers to me. When he is out on the field to bat I'm always on my heels! ( not literally! :-D ) You'll never know what he does next. I tell you, i cannot imagine many players who would hit a sixer to get to their triple century.

Such is the courage and attitude of this guy. And that's what i like most about him. His attitude to the game. The way he approaches his batting is unique. The naivety he possesses with regards to his batting is a joy to watch. I remember Ravi Shastri quoting him from an interview saying that "When i go out on the field to bat, all i think of as an opener is to whack the ball all over the park. Because thats only way i can make the new ball old and remove its shine and swing!!" :-D

His chirpiness on the field whether batting, bowling or fielding is another thing i like. I hope Viru never changes and he is the same always. He is an asset to the team and i think he should never be dropped from it. Because when Sehwag clicks, he can demolish the opposition like none else! He is a real match-winner!