'Banter or sledging': Indian Australian cricketers share their on-field experiences at local clubs

Varun Kansara (left) and Manish Sanduja (right) from Melbourne’s Powerhouse Cricket Club reflect on cricket’s intensity and the careful use of mind games like sledging. Credit: Supplied by Varun Kansara and Manish Sanduja

Cricket clashes between India and Australia are renowned for their intensity, both on and off the pitch, with sledging frequently making headlines. Amid the fiery drama of the recent Border-Gavaskar Trophy, SBS Hindi explores the experiences of Indian-Australian cricketers Varun Kansara and Manish Sanduja, revealing how they navigate these psychological battles while balancing competitiveness and sportsmanship.

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Published 20 December 2024 10:47am

By Vrishali Jain

Source: SBS

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Cricket clashes between India and Australia are renowned for their intensity, both on and off the pitch, with sledging frequently making headlines. Amid the fiery drama of the recent Border-Gavaskar Trophy, SBS Hindi explores the experiences of Indian-Australian cricketers Varun Kansara and Manish Sanduja, revealing how they navigate these psychological battles while balancing competitiveness and sportsmanship.

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