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Wriddhiman Saha

Wriddhiman Saha cricketer

Height: 1.76 m DOB: October 24, 1984, Shaktigarh

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.

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For a stronger tomorrow, says Wriddhiman Saha at NCA

Cricket | Jan 14, 2020, 03:09 PM IST

Saha 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 IST

India'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 IST

Team 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 IST

Rishabh 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 IST

Wriddhiman 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 IST

Wriddhiman 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 IST

Ahead 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 IST

In 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 IST

Wriddhiman 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 IST

Saha 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 IST

Wriddhiman 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 IST

Shami 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 IST

Saha 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 IST

The sprightly Saha is often seen helping Pant with keeping drills after his own training, something that has been directed by the team managed.

At 34, Wriddhiman Saha giving other keepers a run for their money

At 34, Wriddhiman Saha giving other keepers a run for their money

Cricket | Oct 14, 2019, 01:48 PM IST

In 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 IST

Umesh 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 IST

Wriddhiman Saha made a gigantic leap to dismiss Theunis de Bruyn in the first session of Day 4, and skipper Virat Kohli was mightily impressed!

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Rishabh Pant working with Kiran More to fine-tune keeping skills

Cricket | Oct 03, 2019, 04:11 PM IST

Unorthodox keepers and Kiran More go a long way as he was one of those pivotal in backing former India skipper M.S. Dhoni and the former chief selector feels that Rishabh Pant has an enviable record.

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IND vs SA: Hard on Pant or a long-due opportunity for Saha?

Cricket | Oct 01, 2019, 07:36 PM IST

Wriddhiman Saha will don the whites in international cricket again when India takes on South Africa, while Rishabh Pant is sidelined after significant performances in England and Australia.

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1st Test: Rohit at the top, Saha to keep as India go with 2 spinners

Cricket | Oct 01, 2019, 01:36 PM IST

India will be fielding two spinners and pacers each while Rohit Sharma is set to open the batting in Tests for the first time in his career.

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