Three things you need to know about Navdeep Saini

#1. Gautam Gambhir played a huge role in shaping his career

Gautam Gambhir.

Not every budding cricketer gets a mentor who will guide him through the perilous journey to the top. In Saini’s case, however, former World Cup winner, Gautam Gambhir emerged as the driving force in his fledgling career. Saini had played various domestic tournaments for Delhi under the leadership of Gambhir. The Indian opener was the one who recognized his talent and gave him the chance to feature in the senior domestic team.

After winning the semi-final of Ranji Trophy 2017-18, Saini got quite emotional when asked about his team’s captain, Gambhir. He stated in a post-match interview to PTI that, “I owe this life and my success to Gautam Gambhir. I was a nobody and Gautam bhaiyaa did everything for me.”

Thus, Gambhir had played a huge role in Saini’s career and, by all means, the former Delhi captain-turned-politician bet on the right horse.