For TN vice-captain Andre, pressure is a privilege
Tamil Nadu cricketer C. Andre Siddarth discusses his new role as vice-captain of the state's Ranji Trophy team. He emphasizes his commitment to personal growth and his focus on maintaining a level-headed approach to the pressures of professional sports.
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For C. Andre Siddarth, pressure is a privilege. The soon-approaching task of serving as R. Sai Kishore’s deputy in the Tamil Nadu Ranji Trophy team is not bogging the 20-year-old down.
The leadership role which has been bestowed upon him is, in fact, driving the young gun to unlock new features in his game. “Becoming the vice-captain for a State like Tamil Nadu at 20 is a privilege and honour. The pressure that comes with it is a blessing,” said Andre, who will also lead TN U-23 in a clash against Rest of India U-23 starting here on Thursday.
“I just want to elevate myself. It (the experience) will be a great learning for me,” added the right-handed run accumulator while also expressing admiration for Tamil Nadu teammate B. Indrajith and former Australia skipper Steve Smith.
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