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Superior WC record counts for nothing against India: SA coach
Melbourne: South Africa cricket coach Russell Domingo Thursday asserted his team’s victory in all the three previous World Cup meetings against India will count for nothing when the two sides meet Sunday in a Pool B clash here.
Traditionally, South Africa have had the upper hand against defending champions India at the World Cups, having beaten them thrice in as many meetings. Domingo, though paid very little heed to history and said they need to be wary of India’s strong batting line-up at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).
“Whatever has happened in the past in previous World Cups will count for very little on Sunday,” he was quoted as saying by bcci.tv.
“We haven’t thought too much about whether we have got a psychological advantage over India or not. We are just focusing hard on our preparations this week. We know India are the current World Champions and a wonderful ODI side.”
When asked if this was the biggest game for the team in the pool stage, Domingo was of the view that every game in the group was equally important.
“Every game we play for South Africa is a big game and that’s the way we want to approach it. We know that there is always a lot of hype when India is in town.
They have got massive support and some really big players in their side. But we are not seeing it as a high profile game,” the Proteas coach said.
“Although it is early in the tournament, a lot of positives can be taken out of a good result or a decent performance against a side like India. It is going to be a big stage for some of our players who haven’t experienced that type of atmosphere before.”
A lot has been spoken about India’s winless tour Down Under but against Pakistan, they looked dominant and played like champions.
Domingo and Co. were wary of India’s potential in ODIs and felt the need to be on top of their game to topple the title holders.
“We know India have got match-winners in their side. They had a tough tour Down Under but the World Cup is their priority now. They will be fresh and will be ready to go come Sunday. We have to be on top of our game.”
Staying put on India’s strong line-up, Domingo said, “We obviously know that Virat Kohli has been an outstanding player for India over the last couple of years and his record is phenomenal. He is obviously a kingpin in their batting line-up,” Domingo admitted.
“But guys like Suresh Raina, M.S. Dhoni, Rohit Sharma and Ajinkya Rahane too have been in great form this summer. We are not targeting any individual player. It’s pretty much respecting the whole unit because you know that they have got match-winners right through their batting line-up.”
With former India coach Gary Kirsten and Michael Hussey by their side as consultants, Domingo expects the Proteas to gain a lot from the duo’s experience and is hopeful to get results in their favour in the coming weeks.
“The most important thing about those two consultants we have brought in is their personalities. They are really good people, they come across really well. Hussey is an experienced player; he knows what you would expect from a coach,” he said.
“Gary is an experienced coach; he has been with the side for a long period of time. He knows when to give some information and when not to give some information. Just having his presence around is a big source of inspiration and motivation for the team.”
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Dr. Abhishek Verma Dedicates a Shelter in Memory of His Mother, Veena Verma, at KGMU; Inaugurated by Daughter Nicolle Verma
World-renowned business tycoon Dr. Abhishek Verma has supported Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission. In memory of his mother, Late Veena Verma, who was a 3 term Rajya Sabha MP.
Dr. Verma dedicated a state-of-the-art free permanent shelter for the attendants of patients at KGMU Medical University, Lucknow, under the aegis of Vijay Shree Foundation. His daughter, Nicolle Verma, inaugurated the shelter.
During the event, Foodman Vishal Singh honored Nicolle Verma by presenting her with a memento. Mrs. Nidhi Sharma and Avantika Yadav, associated with the organization, welcomed her with garlands. Following this, Nicolle Verma distributed essential items to the attendants and also handed out fruits. She became emotional remembering her grandmother on her birth anniversary.
On this occasion, she also inaugurated the “Veena Verma Sevalaya” in memory of her grandmother, Veena Verma, to serve the attendants. She expressed, “I feel proud that my family is engaged in nation-building as well as social service. Today, in collaboration with Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh Ji, I feel immensely proud to dedicate this shelter for the poor, helpless, and needy attendants of patients battling serious illnesses like cancer. I am honored to be associated with the Hunger-Free World Mission for humanity.”
Inspired by the continuous humanitarian service provided by Vijay Shree Foundation over the past 17 years, Nicolle Verma donated 10 lakh rupees to support the cause. The purpose of this donation is to ensure that services continue for the needy attendants of patients suffering from severe illnesses in hospitals, as facilitated by Foodman Vishal Singh.
It is noteworthy that Dr. Abhishek Verma’s family has a legacy of public and philanthropic service. They are helping millions to carry forward the values and service work of their parents. On the occasion of his mother’s birth anniversary, Dr. Abhishek Verma dedicated this state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College to serve the attendants of patients through the Vijay Shree Foundation.
Supporting Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission, Dr. Abhishek Verma assured that he would continually support keeping this flame of humanity alive. He also promised to assist in providing medicines to the helpless patients.
Continuing her grandmother’s legacy of service, Nicolle Verma personally served food to the needy patients and attendants. She said, “It is our good fortune to have received the joy of doing this noble work today through Foodman Vishal Singh. I have taken another step forward in carrying my family’s values and cooperation by joining hands with the Vijay Shree Foundation. My father taught me to serve and help the needy, and I feel happy when I bring a smile to someone’s face.”
On the birth anniversary of the late Veena Verma, the event organizer, Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh, said, “We feel proud and happy that Dr. Abhishek Verma, a globally renowned business tycoon, has extended his support to uplift our country from the hunger index. Today, on his mother’s birth anniversary, he inaugurated a state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College, which will always be helpful for the needy attendants of patients. It is a pleasure for me and the organization to receive the affection of Mr. Verma.”
The event was attended by General Manager Verma Family Office Hemant Garg, Sonu Rajput, and the organization’s volunteers, including Sandeep Singh, Parmeshwar Ji, Prashant Rao Gautam, Balram Singh, Ramesh Chaudhary, Suman, Jeetu, Anil, Suraj, Vinay, Manish Bhadauria, Manas Mehrotra, Vivek, Apurv, Happy, and others.
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