India pacer Navdeep Saini, a native of Haryana who made his T20I debut for India in 2019 at the age of 30, tied the knot with his long-time girlfriend Swati Asthana. Saini shared the news on his official Instagram account.
"With you, every day is a day of love. Today, we decided on forever! Seeking all your blessings and love as we start a new chapter of our life”, Saini posted on Instagram.
Swati excels as a vlogger, delving into the realms of fashion, travel, and lifestyle on her YouTube channel. Serving as an extension of her vibrant Instagram account, the channel showcases diverse content that mirrors her passions and life experiences.
In the recently concluded Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT), Saini, a key player, represented Delhi. Unfortunately, his team was knocked out in the semi-finals, facing defeat against Punjab. Saini's performance in that match was subpar, as he secured figures of 0/32 in three overs. Throughout the tournament, Saini managed to secure only four wickets in seven games.
The Indian pacer played a crucial role in the Rest of India (ROI) team's triumph in the Irani Cup in October. Despite an impressive 2019 IPL season, Saini has faced hurdles in the tournament, making appearances in only six games over the last three years. In the 2023 season with the Rajasthan Royals, he secured three wickets in two matches.
His recent appearance in Indian Test cricket remains etched in the nation's most remarkable moments. This occurred in the final Test of the 2021 Australian tour, where a resilient Indian team surpassed expectations to achieve a breathtaking result.
Saini found a spot in the playing XI for the last two Tests due to multiple players nursing injuries. With the series level at one win each, Saini made his debut in the third Test at the SCG, where he made an impact by taking four wickets in the drawn match. Although he had a limited impact with the ball in the crucial Brisbane Test, he played a vital role in the team that achieved one of India's most remarkable victories. Chasing an improbable target of 328 in the last innings, the Indian team secured a three-wicket win, driven by outstanding performances from Shubman Gill (91), Cheteshwar Pujara (56), and Rishabh Pant (89*).
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