Exclusive Interview: ‘The player I’ve watched and grown up with is MS Dhoni’ – Sneh Rana on his cricket journey, comebacks, inspiration and more

Sneh Ranaan illustrious all-rounder hailing from the picturesque city of Uttarakhand, has become a formidable force in the realm of women’s cricket. Born on February 18, 1994, she has captivated audiences with her exceptional skills as a right-handed batsman and off-spin bowler. Rana’s cricketing odyssey is a tapestry woven with remarkable comebacks, stellar performances and an indomitable spirit that exemplifies the essence of perseverance.

In an exclusive and revealing conversation with Cricket timeRana delves into the intricacies of her journey, sharing insights that illuminate both the triumphs and tribulations she’s encountered along the way. With refreshing candor, she reflects on the unrelenting challenges of maintaining top form as a female athlete in a demanding sport. His narrative is not just one of personal success; serves as an inspiring testament to the dedication and resilience required to thrive in a competitive landscape.

As she narrates her experiences, from pivotal matches to the daily routine of training, Rana emerges not only as a talented cricketer but also as a role model for aspiring sportspersons. His story resonates deeply in the cricket community and beyond, inspiring countless individuals to pursue their passions with unwavering determination.

Here are some highlights from the interview:

Q. Coming from Uttarakhand, how did your cricket journey begin?

Frog: Yes, so I started very young, I loved playing cricket and I used to go and play with the boys, our school used to have tennis ball cricket matches where I participated heavily. So, I started like everyone else India cricketer playing in the street, and that’s it, a start.

Q. How did you overcome your injury and what helped you bounce back?

Frog: Look, any player with an injury always has a risk factor involved, and about when you’re likely to return. But all things aside, I am very thankful to my family who supported me at that time. Speaking of the injury, the first three months were very difficult being on bed rest for three months straight missing the game and getting involved. I was very positive with the support of my family and friends that everything will eventually fall into place.

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Q. What do you think are some of the biggest obstacles facing women cricketers today?

Frog: See when we talk about men’s cricket and women’s cricket, women’s cricket is a bit more challenging for women cricketers as we all know that there is a menstrual cycle that comes into play where women have to deal with various problems like cramps, mood swings. etc. Cricket as a game has now been in the limelight but earlier it was not so popular but talking about difficulties girls faced a lot of hurdles earlier women went through to make a name for themselves in this game. Yes, there are many more problems, but I’m sure we can all overcome it eventually with a strong mindset.

Q. Who or what inspired you to take up cricket as a professional sport?

Frog: I started cricket as a fun activity and took the sport as a fun adventure, later when I got good at it, people’s appreciation and media coverage for the sport helped me adopt it as professional sport Before, when I was starting out, there were only two names Mithali Raj i Jhulan Goswami which eventually also inclined me towards the sport. Speaking of inspiration, I would really like to say that the player, that I have seen and that has grown MS Dhonion and off the field he has been an inspiration and learned how to handle a difficult situation.

Q. What qualities are essential for someone to become a successful cricketer?

Frog: The first and most important thing is discipline, the more disciplined you are the more heights you will reach, second is your behavior, how you talk to people with everyone, this is something that counts for success, and the last is your attitude , how are you taking the results, because sport is something that has a lot of ups and downs that actually tests the character of the player. A player should have a never-say-die attitude, but for me, if you ask, discipline is the most important trait a player should have.

Here’s the full interview:

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This article was first published in WomenCricket.coma Cricket time company