Chapter 3: The fallen shall rise

The feeling of being chosen as the captain of a team and leading your teammates onto the field is an experience that can fill a person with a sense of pride and responsibility that is hard to replicate in any other context. When the announcer calls out your name as the captain, it's not just a validation of your athletic abilities, but a recognition of your leadership, decision-making, and communication skills.

Being a captain means you are entrusted with the task of not only motivating your team but also making strategic decisions on the field that can determine the outcome of the game. It's a position that requires not just physical prowess but also mental agility and the ability to handle pressure and make split-second decisions.

Moreover, being a captain can also teach important life skills such as accountability, teamwork, and empathy. It's not just about winning games, but also about learning to work with people from diverse backgrounds, understanding their strengths and weaknesses, and finding ways to bring out the best in each team member.

Overall, being a captain is an experience that can leave a lasting impact on a person's life, instilling a sense of discipline, dedication, and leadership that can benefit them not just on the field but also in their personal and professional lives.

Well, at least that's what I have put up on my resume :)

The feeling of returning to the cricket ground after a long hiatus is one that cannot be described in words. Despite having a less-than-ideal team, my enthusiasm for the sport is palpable as I have taken on the role of captain and led their team onto the field.

Winning the toss and electing to bat first, the opponents set a formidable target for my team to chase. Despite being aware of their respiratory problems, I decided to bowl the first over and displayed impressive skill, taking three crucial wickets and conceding 30 runs. However, the lack of coordination and communication among their teammates allowed the opposition to score 214 runs in 20 overs.

Despite the daunting target, the narrator's spirits remained high, and they led by example, scoring a magnificent century of 172 runs off 65 balls. While their teammates struggled to face the pace bowling attack of the opponents, the My fearless attitude and unwavering concentration on hitting boundaries proved to be a game-changer.

--Author's POV---

Although the team lost the match by a mere five runs, Nitish did not feel disheartened. Instead, he felt a sense of satisfaction and pride in fighting until the end and showcasing his talent on the field. This experience proved to be a turning point in their career, inspiring him to continue honing their skills and chasing their dreams.

In that match there was a retired british cricketer Kevin Pieterson who is an Amazing cricket player and is famous for his switch hits. He noticed his talent and wanted to sponsor him to become a fully fledged cricketer.

Kevin Pietersen is a retired English cricketer who is widely regarded as one of the most talented and exciting batsmen to have played the game. He was born in South Africa and played for his country of birth before moving to England and qualifying to play for the English national team.

Pietersen played for England from 2004 to 2014, during which time he established himself as one of the leading batsmen in the world. He was known for his aggressive and flamboyant style of batting, as well as his ability to play a wide range of shots, including the switch hit, which he popularized in international cricket.

Pietersen retired from all forms of cricket in 2018 and has since become a media personality, commentator, and cricket pundit. While he has been involved in coaching and mentoring young players, there is no specific record of him sponsoring a young cricketer to become a professional player. However, Pietersen has been actively involved in various charitable initiatives aimed at promoting cricket among underprivileged children.

He just came to India to look for talents so that his academy would go famous in India, and he firmly believed that Nitish is the first and only one who could do it.

When Nitish came to know about this offer he was on cloud nine and was really happy and as he mentioned that he have a respiratory problem, Kevin himself assured him that he would take him to England and get his disease lessened. Hearing his words Nitish felt reassured and was ready to rise from the ashes like a Phoenix.