Abu Nechim – a former under-19 World Cupper and Assam’s first consultant within the Indian Premier League earlier than Riyan Parag broke into the scene – has introduced retirement from all types of the sport.
As a budding medium pacer, Nechim guided India to victory in opposition to England within the U-19 World Cup semifinal in 2006 in Sri Lanka, claiming 4 wickets for 14. He additionally had match-winning figures of 6 for 9 within the ultimate of a tri-nation collection in opposition to Bangladesh.
Consistent performances on the native stage not solely earned him a spot within the Assam senior staff however he was additionally signed by IPL franchise Mumbai Indians in 2010, the place he stayed for 4 seasons earlier than switching to Royal Challengers Bangalore in 2014.
He was a part of the IPL-winning staff with Mumbai Indians in 2013 and was the twelfth man within the staff which went on to beat Chennai Super Kings within the ultimate. Though he featured in solely two matches that entire season, Nechim has fond reminiscences.
“Meeting Sachin Tendulkar sir during the IPL for the first time in 2010 and to be able to share the dressing room with him was the biggest highlight of my career. I will cherish those moments,” Nechim informed Sportstar.
In the IPL, Nechim claimed 12 wickets from 17 IPL video games at an financial system charge of 8.69, whereas his wicket tally is at 172 in first-class cricket, 65 in List A and 78 in T20s. The 34-year-old shifted to Nagaland final season and guided the staff to the elite group, claiming 5 wickets within the curtailed Ranji Trophy final season.
However, he was not a part of any groups this time. “I decided to move on from the game to make way for youngsters. I had my moments of being under the sun and now I feel that it is better to ensure that youngsters get enough chances,” Nechim mentioned.
“I have enjoyed bowling in pata wickets (flat decks). I always took up the challenges of bowling on such surfaces. I have fond memories of playing for India at the U-19 level and then also in the IPL. So, when I look back at my playing days, I feel happy and satisfied…”
Ideally, he would have needed to bow out from the circuit, donning the Assam jersey for one ultimate time, however that didn’t occur. “It would have been wonderful had I played my last game for Assam, but of course, things don’t always go your way. Assam currently has a bunch of really talented players, who can take the team forward and I wish them all the luck…”
For now, Nechim needs to spend extra time together with his household and work with the children at his academy. But going ahead, he’s open to working with Assam or another home groups as a coach.
A soft-spoken quick bowler, Nechim by no means bragged about his efficiency and true to his nature, he bowed out of the sport silently.
Source: sportstar.thehindu.com