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Wriddhiman Saha
Broke into the Test arena after the retirement of mercurial MS Dhoni, Wriddhiman Saha has emerged as India's first-choice wicketkeeper when it comes to cricket's most traditional format. The retirement of Dhoni from Test cricket after the Boxing Day Test against Australia in Melbourne in 2014 opened the gates for the Siliguri-born who had long been considered as the understudy of the former. In his short international career, Saha has not only impressed the commoners but also the critics with his quick reflexes and acrobatic wicket-keeping skills. It is true that he has established himself more as a keeper than as a batsman in Team India. For many, his athleticism behind the stumps against fast-bowlers has not been seen in an Indian keeper in living memory. With limited batting abilities, the 33-year old batsman has learned to play within his boundaries and has achieved success on that front. In the cash-rich Indian Premier League, Saha was signed by Chennai Super Kings prior to the 2011 season after being a part of the Kolkata Knight Riders side in the first three editions. But, the diminutive keeper found his calling with Kings XI Punjab when he bludgeoned his way to a hundred in the final of the 2014 edition, and proved his worth with the blade in the shortest format. In this year's player auction, Saha was picked up by Sunrisers Hyderabad for INR 5 crores.
Wriddhiman Saha
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IND vs NZ: Saha has a field day with Shami, Pant, Gill and Saini
Cricket | Feb 12, 2020, 03:46 PM ISTIn a post shared on social media by Saha, he is seen enjoying a virtual reality game with Mohammad Shami, Rishabh Pant, Shubhman Gill and Navdeep Saini.
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Go for the kill: Cheteshwar Pujara, Ajinkya Rahane wish Priyam Garg and Co. for U19 World Cup final
Cricket | Feb 07, 2020, 08:09 PM ISTAhead of the crucial game on Sunday, Cheteshwar Pujara, Ajinkya Rahane, Vijay Shankar and Wriddhiman Saha sent their best wishes to the youngsters through a video which was posted by BCCI.
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BCCI wants Wriddhiman Saha to skip Bengal's next Ranji clash
Cricket | Jan 21, 2020, 06:49 PM ISTThe 35-year-old sustained a fracture on the ring finger of his right hand during the historic Day/Night Test Test against Bangladesh in Kolkata in November and consequently underwent a surgery in Mumbai.
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For a stronger tomorrow, says Wriddhiman Saha at NCA
Cricket | Jan 14, 2020, 03:09 PM ISTSaha is gearing up for India's tour to New Zealand and has been named in India 'A's second four-day game.
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Wriddhiman Saha undergoes surgery for finger injury
Cricket | Nov 27, 2019, 04:34 PM ISTIndia's Test wicketkeeper Wriddhiman Saha suffered from a finger injury during the second Test against Bangladesh in Kolkata.
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Openers conundrum settled, pacers shining and Jadeja's second coming: India's 2019 Test review
Cricket | Nov 27, 2019, 11:05 AM ISTTeam India sits comfortably at the top of the World Test Championship after its final Test in the calendar year. How dominant has the team been in 2019, though?
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Day-Night Test: Rishabh Pant released for Syed Mushtaq Ali; KS Bharat joins as Saha cover
Cricket | Nov 23, 2019, 10:44 AM ISTRishabh Pant was released to allow him some game time ahead of the limited-overs series against West Indies and Andhra Pradesh and India A regular KS Bharat will join the side as a back up for Wriddhiman Saha.
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Day-Night Test: Wriddhiman marks homecoming with flying catch
Cricket | Nov 22, 2019, 03:14 PM ISTWriddhiman Saha flew to his right to complete a stunning a catch in the Day-Night Test against Bangladesh at the Eden Gardens.
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Wriddhiman Saha heaps praise on India's pace bowling trio ahead of Day-Night Test
Cricket | Nov 20, 2019, 04:59 PM ISTWriddhiman Saha also singled out Mohammed Shami for praise and said he can be deadly on any surface due to his ability to get reverse swing.
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Exclusive | Wriddhiman Saha cautious of dew factor, keeping under lights ahead of Day-Night Test
Cricket | Nov 19, 2019, 08:48 AM ISTAhead of the anticipated contest in Kolkata, Team India's wicketkeeper Wriddhiman, in conversation with India TV, gave an insight on this new variety of cricket ball, the difficulties in dealing with it and India's strategy for the match.
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Exclusive | With captain's appreciation, Wriddhiman Saha looks to sustain as 'Superman'
Cricket | Nov 12, 2019, 10:01 AM ISTIn a candid chat with India TV, Saha reveals that being of use to the team is more important to him than achieving personal landmarks.
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Wriddhi's positivity, confidence behind successful return, feels wife
Cricket | Oct 31, 2019, 12:05 PM ISTWriddhiman Saha's wife Roma opened up on his husband's mindset and how a positive thinking helped him come back to the Indian team during the South Africa series.
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Saha ready to help Virat Kohli & Co prepare for first Day-Night Test
Cricket | Oct 30, 2019, 03:44 PM ISTSaha said that he relishes challenges and this will definitely be one tough test as the Indian boys play their first pink-ball Test.
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Wriddhiman Saha: A bowler's delight behind the stumps
Cricket | Oct 23, 2019, 04:04 PM ISTWriddhiman Saha returned to the Test side in the first Test against South Africa in Vizag ahead of Rishabh Pant after returning from an injury.
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We pacers now have power to make batsmen dance with the bat: Shami
Cricket | Oct 22, 2019, 03:22 PM ISTShami picked up 13 wickets in three Tests, the highest by a fast bowler in the series, while pace partner Umesh Yadav snared 11 in his comeback series
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3rd Test: Wriddhiman Saha replaced by Pant after injuring finger
Cricket | Oct 21, 2019, 05:58 PM ISTSaha was hit on his finger by a Ravichandran Ashwin delivery in the 27th over of South Africa's second dig and the 34-year old stumper was seen in some pain before walking off the field.
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We share good understanding: Saha on equation with Pant
Cricket | Oct 18, 2019, 04:36 PM ISTThe sprightly Saha is often seen helping Pant with keeping drills after his own training, something that has been directed by the team managed.
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At 34, Wriddhiman Saha giving other keepers a run for their money
Cricket | Oct 14, 2019, 01:48 PM ISTIn a span of two days, Saha, who is turning 35 within a couple of weeks, came out with extraordinary wicket-keeping skills and played a crucial role in India's emphatic win over South Africa.
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IND vs SA | I should treat Saha for all those wickets: Umesh Yadav
Cricket | Oct 13, 2019, 05:09 PM ISTUmesh Yadav picked up 6 wickets in the second Test against South Africa at the MCA Stadium in Pune.
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Watch: Virat's kiss of approval after Saha takes a 'superhuman' catch
Cricket | Oct 13, 2019, 04:15 PM ISTWriddhiman Saha made a gigantic leap to dismiss Theunis de Bruyn in the first session of Day 4, and skipper Virat Kohli was mightily impressed!