Star Indian cricketers Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are currently in Pune, preparing for the upcoming second Test against New Zealand at the MCA Stadium. MCA players and coaches have been helping the Indian team with their net practice.
One of the support bowlers, Sanket Gadilkar got an autograph from both Virat and Rohit on his jersey after bowling to them in the nets. He shared a picture of his autographed jersey on Instagram, describing his experience of bowling to the two great Indian batters. He penned a note, which read:
"Bowled to the best, and gave it my best ! Incredible experience bowling to Virat Kohli & Rohit Sharma batting him on 5 deliveries. Walking away with his autograph!! Moments like these remind me why I love this game."
Gadilkar posted the image on his Instagram story as well, showing how special the autographs were for him.
Meanwhile, India and New Zealand will face off in the second Test of the two-match series in Pune, starting Thursday, October 24. The Kiwis are currently leading the series 1-0 after an eight-wicket win in Bengaluru.
Who is Sanket Gadilkar? All you need to know about the support player, who bowled to Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in the nets
Sanket Gadilkar is an upcoming coach from the Indian state of Maharashtra. He has played professional cricket for MCA and the NCA U-25 team in the past, but now has shifted focus to coaching. His LinkedIn profile states that he is open to work as a sports coach as well as a sports manager.
Gadilkar has also completed the ICC Coaching Course Level 1. He has been associated with the sport for a long time, but bowling to Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma will always remain close to his heart.
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