Naman Ojha

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Name Hindi: नमन ओझा / Gender Man

Naman Ojha: An Indian Cricket Champion

Naman Vinaykumar Ojha, popularly known as Naman Ojha, is a celebrated name in the cricketing world. Born on July 20, 1983 in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, India, he has earned his position as one of the best talents in Indian cricket with exceptional discipline and talent over the years.

Early Days:

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Ojha was passionate about cricket from a young age, honing his skills by playing at local matches and practicing with friends. He rose through the ranks to join professional leagues because of his natural ability and commitment to excellence.

Career Highlights:

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  • Domestic Level: Ojha began his career at domestic level representing Madhya Pradesh. His debut match for Ranji Trophy took place when he was just 17-years-old during the year 2000-01 sessions.
  • IPL Participation: In Indian Premier League (IPL), he played an outstanding stint with Rajasthan Royals from 2009 to 2012 before moving onto play for Sunrisers Hyderabad where he proved instrumental by scoring touchstone runs leading to team’s victory numerous times.
  • International Arena: On June 12, 2010, he made his international debut against Sri Lanka replacing Dinesh Karthik in Asia Cup. In addition to this, he also got selected for test squad against Sri-Lanka but couldn’t make it due to injury.

Achievements:

  • Taking First-Class Cricket by Storm: With several crucial innings under his name including a string of unbeaten double centuries, he has proved his worth in the world of first-class cricket.
  • Impressive IPL Record: His impressive wicket-keeping skills coupled with explosive batting led to a total collection of 1554 runs during his tenure at Indian Premier League. This includes an unforgettable century against Kings XI Punjab back in IPL 2010.
  • Australia Tours 2014: He was part of India A team for Australia tour in 2014 where he played some significant innings like a three figure score at Brisbane defending Australian attack.

Retirement and Legacy:

Ojha announced his retirement from all forms of cricket on February 15, 2020 having left an indelible mark on the sport. The legacy he leaves behind is undeniable; that of a resilient player admired for his tenacity, sportsmanship and talent.

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