Tamil Nadu’s C. Andre Siddarth is set to embark on a journey to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) with the Indian team for the ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2024. The 18-year-old batsman received the unexpected news on Wednesday night and immediately shifted his focus to the upcoming tournament.
Despite the excitement of the selection, Siddarth remained grounded and prioritized the ongoing Ranji Trophy match against Railways. He played a crucial role in TN’s first-innings lead, scoring a valuable 78 runs.
“The selection is not that important for me right now. This match was more significant because we needed to take the lead,” Siddarth said after the second day’s play. “When the time comes to travel and compete there (UAE), I’ll shift my focus to that. Wherever I’m playing, that side comes first.”
Siddarth’s maturity and dedication are evident in his approach to the game. He believes in honing his skills through both successes and setbacks.
“Performances are not always up to me. Some days you just get a good delivery… For me, each and every ball is a kind of test, and it’s like writing an answer to a question,” he said.
Siddarth’s selection for the U19 Asia Cup is a testament to his talent and hard work. He has consistently performed well at the domestic level and is now ready to represent India on the international stage.
The U19 Asia Cup will be a major test for Siddarth and his teammates. They will face some of the best young players in Asia and will need to perform at their best to achieve success.
Siddarth is confident in his team’s abilities and is eager to contribute to their success. He believes that the team’s focus and determination will be key to their performance.
“We have a good team and we’re all working hard together. We’re confident that we can do well in the tournament,” Siddarth said.
The U19 Asia Cup will be held in the UAE from December 14 to 28, 2024. India will be looking to defend their title and Siddarth will be hoping to play a key role in their success.
