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Veteran Saurashtra batsman Sheldon Jackson gets inspired by players like MS Dhoni and Dinesh Karthik who continue to play competitive cricket and stay in shape even as they near the end of their careers.
In domestic cricket, the 36-year-old has amassed a ton of runs for Saurashtra over the years, but he is yet to be called up to the India team. Jackson maintains that everything is possible and that he should keep working hard like Karthik and Dhoni, even though it is normal for any player to become discouraged.
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Sheldon Jackson’s steady performances for Saurashtra last season, as well as his spell with the Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL, unquestionably demonstrated his talent and promise. Jackson has undoubtedly earned his credentials, having played in 90 first-class matches and 77 List-A fixtures. It’s understandable that his desire for an India call-up is high, especially given his disappointment at being passed over even for India ‘A’ last year.
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However, the selection procedure for the Indian cricket team is extremely competitive and requires excellent performances on a consistent basis. There are several excellent players seeking a berth on the national squad, and the selectors must make difficult judgments. While Sheldon Jackson’s wait for his time may be discouraging, it is critical that he continue working hard and making major contributions to his team.
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“I can never comment on anyone’s selection” – Sheldon Jackson
Sheldon Jackson said in an interview with Sportskeeda that he is inspired to continue playing cricket by Indian legends Dinesh Karthik and MS Dhoni. Karthik, 37, made a stunning comeback to Team India last year, and Dhoni, 41, led the Chennai Super Kings to a record-tying fifth IPL championship this year. If Jackson had not been skilled enough, he would not have played close to 100 first-class matches and averaged 49 points.
“I get motivated when I see Dinesh Karthik and MS Dhoni. I was with him (Karthik) at KKR and I have seen his entire transformation. He is a true inspiration for me and at the stage of my career that I am he is a motivation to me,” Sheldon Jackson said.
“If you don’t get the chance where you will make an impact? I can never comment on anyone’s selection. I can only ask about myself, that is why I have not got picked. I will never call a selector and ask why am I not picked. If I was not good enough, I wouldn’t have played 90+ games with an average close to fifty. My red ball stats and white ball stats are two different things,” Sheldon Jackson further stated.
Sheldon Jackson seemed unfazed by the Duleep Trophy snub, as he continues to put in the hard yards and prepare for the lengthy season ahead.
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