Alshin Kulkarni, the rapid versatile, improving jumps and limits with Justin Langer Guidance

Fast-bowling all-rounders are a rare commodity in the Indian cricket circuit. Over the last couple of years, LSG all-rounder Arshin Kulkarni‘s name has been doing the rounds. Even though he didn’t get much chance to show what he is capable of, in the IPL, but he is certainly starting to show in the domestic circuit.

Arshin Kulkarni a hit in Buchi Babu

Just recently, in the Buchi Babu Trophy, the Maharashtra player hit 146 and 69 in the encounter vs Himachal Pradesh, to take his side to a win. And soon, he got a message from his LSG mentor Justin Langer, “Perfect. Very good job.” In an interview with The Hindu, the 20-year-old opened up about his performance.

“Firstly, I’m pleased I could contribute to my team. I’ve been to Chennai before, during the IPL and trained here. The wicket was excellent — it felt really good to bat on”, Arshin said. The youngster recollected, how one simple advice by Langer helped him in many ways.

Credit goes to Justin Langer

“It was surreal to share the space with legends. Just observing their work ethic and discipline taught me so much. Rishabh bhaiyya gave me amazing advice — keep things simple and always stay in the present. That really stuck with me. During our first practice session, JL told me, ‘Watch the ball like Maxwell’. He referenced Maxwell’s 201 in the World Cup — especially how he watched the ball so closely, even when he couldn’t move. That advice stayed with me”.

Now, this Ranji Trophy could be a big one for Arshin Kulkarni. If he can impress with the bat, and the ball, his chances to make it to Team India will only solidify many fold. The tournament meanwhile starts from October 15, and will be played in two halves.