Cricketers and their superstitions: There is often some fun to be seen in the cricket world. At the same time, there are some players who believe in superstition. Be it Kapil Dev or Sachin Tendulkar. Many types of funny anecdote in the cricket field and dressing room are in the discussion. Sachin Tendulkar, from Dhoni, Kohli to Yuvraj Singh, Michael Clarke, Dale Stan and Malinga had superstition. So, in such a situation, let us know the biggest ‘superstition’ in the history of cricket, in detail about the sorcery of the players:
The greatest ‘superstition’ in the history of cricket, the players and their superstitions:
In the 1983 World Cup match, there was a match between India and Zimbabwe. During this time, former Indian player Kapil Dev was batting very well. At that time, the team management had instructed all the players that no player would move from his place before Kapil Dev is dismissed. Everyone should sit on their seat till Kapil Dev’s batting.
Sachin Tendulkar always kept a picture of a Sai Baba with him. Master Blaster Sachin Tendulkar’s name is also included in these list. Sachin Tendulkar also believed in superstition. Sachin Tendulkar always wore left pads before entering the field to bat.
Virender Sehwag landed in the first match of the 2011 World Cup to bat without wearing a number of shirt against Bangladesh. In this match, Virender Sehwag scored 175 runs and India won the match. Virender Sehwag used to wear 44 numbers and 46 T -shirts. But at the behest of the astrologer, he started wearing a t -shirt without number. Not only this, Virender Sehwag used to keep a red handkerchief with him for good look. Apart from this, Virender Sehwag believed that whenever he supports India, India loses the match. Therefore Virender Sehwag always supports the opposing team.
Former Australia cricket team batsman Steve Waugh also believed in superstition. When Steve Waugh descended to bat in the field, he kept a red handkerchief in his pocket. This handkerchief was given by his grandmother as a gift. Wo kept this handkerchief with him for his good luck.
Former Sri Lankan cricket team bowler Lasith Malinga always kissed the ball before bowling. Lasith Malinga believed that he would be able to do well in the game.
Former leg -spinner Anil Kumble of Team India used to give his cap and sweater to Sachin Tendulkar. This is because Anil Kumble was handed over to Sachin Tendulkar before bowling Anil Kumble in the second innings against Pakistan in the Delhi Test in 1999. After which Anil Kumble took 10 wickets in that innings. Since then he continued this trend. Anil Kumble also became the second bowler in Test history to do so.
Former head coach and batsman of the Indian cricket team Rahul Dravid also considered superstition. When Rahul Dravid was ready to bat, he always wore only right pads.
Sourav Ganguly used to always keep his Guru’s picture in his pocket before landing in the ground. Apart from this, Saurabh Ganguly also wore rings and silver garlands. Ganguly believed that it helps in increasing their luck.
Mohammad Azharuddin always wore a black amulet around his neck. The special thing was that whenever he used to get into the field for batting, he used to take this talisman out of the shirt. During the batting, Mohammad Azharuddin always kept his shirt’s collar standing.
Sreesanth used to land at the end at that time whenever he used to travel in the bus with his players. He believed that his bowling is very good when he gets down from the bus. Sreesanth always kept a small album of his favorite cricket grounds and his friends.
Dale Stan and Brett Lee used to have their left legs first while entering the ground. Stan believes that by doing so, her good luck used to grow.
Ravichandran Ashwin used to have a lucky bag with him, which he used to take along in every match. Ashwin always kept this bag with him, whether he is playing or not.
Former Indian team captain Virat Kohli also admitted that he believes in superstition. Virat Kohli told that, he never forgot to wear tough before the match.
MS Dhoni was born on 7 July, so Dhoni believes that the number 7 is his lucky number. Dhoni wore jersey number 7 in his entire career. Dhoni also named his sports brand ‘Seven’.
Former Indian batting Srikanth believed that he should be on the right of his partner. In fact, during the final of the Test series against Pakistan in 1986-87, Sunil Gavaskar asked Srikanth if he could be on the right. India then lost the match but Sunil Gavaskar played a brilliant innings. After which Sunil Gavaskar always lived on the right of his salute partner.
Former Australian player Michael Clarke believed that hearing music in a loud voice before going to bat, his good luck and concentration increases.
Former Indian fast bowler Zaheer Khan always kept a yellow handkerchief with him, which he considered lucky.
Yuvraj Singh was born on 12 December at 12 noon in Sector 12. So Yuvi believed that 12 are his lucky number. When Yuvi used to play for India, he always wore only number 12 jersey. Yuvraj Singh is a black thread to drive away evil spirits.
