Last updated on April 10th, 2024 at 04:15 pm
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There is no denying the talent of Virender Sehwag. He has redefined the role of an opening batsman in ODIs and Tests and has been an integral part of the Indian cricket team for over a decade. Here is all you need to know about this batting genius.
1. Virender Sehwag: A brief biography
Virender Sehwag was born on October 20, 1978, in Delhi, India. He made his first-class cricket debut in 1998 and played his first international match in 1999. Sehwag was an aggressive batsman who was known for his powerful batting style and his ability to score quickly. He was also an effective fielder.
Sehwag had a successful career, scoring more than 8,000 runs in international cricket. He was the first player to score a triple century in ODI cricket, and he also scored a double century in test cricket. He was named the ICC Cricketer of the Year in 2004.
Sehwag retired from international cricket in 2015. He is considered one of the best batsmen in the history of Indian cricket.
2. Virender Sehwag: A family man
Virender Sehwag is a family man. He loves spending time with his wife and children. He is a dedicated father and husband. Sehwag is also a very religious person. He believes in God and prayer. He credits his success to God’s blessings. Sehwag is a humble man. He is always willing to help others. He is a role model for all cricket fans.
3. Virender Sehwag: Domestic Career highlights
In 2001-02, Sehwag slammed 884 runs in 9 Ranji Trophy matches at an average of 98.22, including 4 centuries and 5 fifties.
In 2002-03, he scored 786 runs in 10 matches at an average of 65.50, including 2 centuries and 2 fifties.
In 2003-04, he amassed 862 runs in 10 matches at an average of 86.20, including 3 centuries and 2 fifties.
In 2004-05, Sehwag hammered 1057 runs in 11 matches at an average of 104.70, including 5 centuries and 2 fifties.
In 2005-06, he scored 872 runs in 10 matches at an average of 87.20, including 4 centuries and 2 fifties.
In 2006-07, he amassed 668 runs in 8 matches at an average of 83.50, including 3 centuries and 2 fifties.
In 2007-08, Sehwag smashed 818 runs in 9 matches at an average of 91.00, including 2 centuries and 5 fifties.
In 2008-09, he scored 602 runs in 9 matches at an average of 75.25, including 2 centuries and 2 fifties.
In 2009-10, Sehwag amassed 825 runs in 10 matches at an average of 82.50, including 4 centuries and 2 fifties.
In 2010-11, he scored 568 runs in 9 matches at an average of 69.00, including 2 centuries and 2 fifties.
In 2011-12.
4. Virender Sehwag: ICC International Career highlights
• In 2002, Virender Sehwag made his Test debut for India against South Africa. He scored a century on debut, becoming the first Indian to do so.
• Sehwag was part of the Indian squad that won the ICC Cricket World Cup in 2011.
• He was named the ICC Player of the Year in 2004.
• Sehwag is the first Indian cricketer to score a triple century in Tests.
• He is also the first Indian cricketer to score a double century in ODIs.
• Sehwag has scored more than 8,000 runs in Tests and over 10,000 runs in ODIs.
5. Virender Sehwag: IPL Career highlights
-Virender Sehwag made his IPL debut for Delhi Daredevils in 2008
-He was the captain of the team from 2012-2014
-He was the first player to score a double century in IPL cricket
-In 2013, he was the leading run scorer in IPL cricket
-Sehwag was traded to the Kings XI Punjab in 2015
-He announced his retirement from all forms of cricket in October 2016.
6. Virender Sehwag: Achievements
– Virender Sehwag is an Indian cricketer who played for the Indian national team.
– He is a former Indian opener and is regarded as one of the most destructive batsmen of all time.
– Sehwag made his international debut in 2001 and played until 2014.
– He is the only Indian cricketer to score a triple century in Test cricket.
– Sehwag is also the first batsman in the history of ODI cricket to score a double century.
– He is the only player in the world to score a triple century and a double century in Tests and ODIs respectively.
– Sehwag was awarded the Arjuna Award in 2002 and the Padma Shri in 2009.
7. Virender Sehwag : The philanthropist
There are very few cricketers in the world who are as well-known for their philanthropy as they are for their cricketing skills. Virender Sehwag is one of those rare few. The former Indian cricketer has set up the Virender Sehwag Foundation to help underprivileged children in India get access to education and proper healthcare. He also does a lot of work with the Make-A-Wish Foundation, which grants wishes to children with life-threatening illnesses. Sehwag is a true role model for all aspiring cricketers and philanthropists.
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