Exciting news is circulating in the cricket world as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) gears up for its awards ceremony, the first since 2019. The event is expected to draw the attention of both the Indian and England cricket teams just ahead of the much-anticipated first Test starting on January 25.
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Ravi Shastri, a former all-rounder and head coach of the Indian cricket team, is set to be honored with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award. Shastri, aged 61, made a significant impact during his playing days, representing India in 80 Tests and 150 ODIs. Following his playing career, he carved a successful path in the world of cricket broadcasting.
Shastri’s coaching journey for the national team had two chapters. First, he served as the team director from 2014 to 2016, and later, he returned as the head coach alongside captain Virat Kohli until the T20 World Cup in 2021. One of the highlights of Shastri’s coaching tenure was India’s remarkable back-to-back Test series victories in Australia. However, despite several achievements, the team fell short of clinching an ICC title during Shastri and Kohli’s leadership.
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In a touching farewell event in the UAE in 2021, Shastri expressed immense pride in the team’s accomplishments. He praised the team’s exceptional performance across all formats, acknowledging their status as one of the great cricket teams in the history of the game.
Another shining star to be recognized at the BCCI Awards is young talent Shubman Gill, who will be presented with the Cricketer of the Year award. Gill had a stellar 12 months, achieving the distinction of becoming the fastest player to cross the 2000-run mark in ODIs. His impressive record also includes scoring five centuries in the format.
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The BCCI Awards promise to be a memorable occasion, bringing together cricket enthusiasts to celebrate the remarkable contributions of Ravi Shastri and Shubman Gill to Indian cricket. As the cricketing world eagerly awaits the awards ceremony, the spotlight is set on these deserving individuals who have left an indelible mark on the sport.