Indian cricketer R Sai Kishore was overwhelmed with emotions when the national anthem played during India’s quarter-final match against Nepal, marking his first-ever international appearance. The video clip of this moment quickly went viral on social media, with fans expressing their joy for the talented young player. Dinesh Karthik, a renowned cricketer himself, took to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to extend his congratulations to Sai Kishore for this remarkable achievement.
During the match, Sai Kishore bowled 4 overs for India, taking a single wicket of Nepal’s opening batter Kushal Bhurtel, while conceding 25 runs in a high-scoring game. Karthik praised Sai Kishore’s selection for the national team, considering it as a well-deserved reward for his hard work and exceptional performance in domestic cricket.
Karthik further added that Sai Kishore’s journey from being a strokeless wonder in batting to a reliable all-format player exemplifies his dedication and improvement in the sport. He expressed his happiness at Sai Kishore now being a part of the Indian cricket team and asserted that no one can take this achievement away from him.
India emerged victorious with a comfortable 23-run win over Nepal in the match, with Yashasvi Jaiswal stealing the show with his first-ever century in T20 internationals. This remarkable performance further solidified India’s position in the tournament.
In conclusion, Sai Kishore’s emotional moment during the national anthem and his subsequent performance in the match against Nepal earned him widespread admiration and support from fans, fellow players, and cricket enthusiasts alike.