Prior to commencing their U19 World Cup journey in South Africa, the Indian young guns, including the emerging talent Arshin Kulkarni, experienced an extraordinary pre-tournament moment. Kulkarni, who has garnered attention with stellar performances in junior ODIs and recent tournaments, encountered a dream come true as he had a rendezvous with the legendary Jacques Kallis, renowned as one of the greatest all-rounders in cricket history.
In a surreal interaction captured on Instagram, the 18-year-old Kulkarni not only secured Kallis’s autograph on his jersey but also humbly touched the cricket maestro’s feet. The video of this heartfelt meeting swiftly went viral, showcasing Kallis, currently engaged with the Pretoria Capitals in the SA20, imparting blessings to the star-struck youngster.
Having been drafted by the Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL 2024 auction, Kulkarni holds a prominent position as the team’s most popular player. As the defending champions, India, under the leadership of Uday Saharan, are poised to kick off their U19 World Cup campaign on January 20 against Bangladesh in Bloemfontein.
The Indian team finds itself in Group A alongside Bangladesh, Ireland, and the USA, with the top three teams from each group advancing to the Super Six stage. All eyes will undoubtedly be on Kulkarni as he aims to make a significant impact on the tournament.
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