A fan breached the security during Duleep Trophy match© X (Twitter)
The Duleep Trophy 2024 match between India C and India D at the Rural Development Trust Stadium in Anantapur saw a massive security breach as a fan entered the field and touched the feet of Ruturaj Gaikwad. Gaikwad is the captain of India C and the fan entered the field of play from the stands and the picture of the entire incident has gone viral on social media. Duleep Trophy generally happens among zonal teams but this time, the format is different as four teams have been made with a number of Indian cricket team stars taking part. It is important for young talents as they have the opportunity to make their case ahead of the two-match Test series against Bangladesh starting September 19.
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) September 6, 2024A fan touched the feet of Captain Ruturaj Gaikwad during the Duleep Trophy match.
- The Craze for Rutu...!!!!! pic.twitter.com/YgRjI9OHII
Meanwhile, Yashasvi Jaiswal has emphasized on consistency as he focuses on red-ball cricket at the ongoing Duleep Trophy while preparing for the upcoming two-Test series against Bangladesh.
The 22-year-old, who has become a key player in India's red-ball squad, scored 30 off 50 balls for India 'B' in their Duleep Trophy match against India 'A' in Bengaluru on Thursday.
"It's a great opportunity whenever we have the chance to play the Duleep or Ranji Trophy. I'm really looking forward to that, and I hope I'll enjoy my game. I'll try my best," he told JioCinema.
Looking ahead to India's World Test Championship campaign, Jaiswal, who has played nine Tests since his debut, said, "Every match is important because of the World Test Championship. You have to make sure you give your best as every win counts.
"Any opportunity to play for India is incredible, and representing the country is the biggest motivation that I have." "I have worked hard to keep up my form and continue to do so to ensure I maintain it. The more consistent I stay with my practice and preparation, my results will improve. I don't overthink, I just need to prepare well and keep improving myself as a player. The more I repeat these steps, the better I'll get." India are set to host Bangladesh, New Zealand, and England during the 2024-25 home season, starting with the series against Bangladesh on September 19.
"I think they've been playing well. It'll be fun to match up with them. It's fun to play Test matches regardless. I'm really looking forward to that," Jaiswal said.
(With PTI inputs)