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Shashank Singh works on bowling, fielding errors, targets India call-up
Punjab Kings all-rounder Shashank Singh is using the franchise's off-season camp in New Chandigarh to sharpen his bowling and rebuild confidence after dropping six to seven catches during IPL 2026. Speaking to…
The Story in Brief
Punjab Kings all-rounder Shashank Singh is using the franchise's off-season camp in New Chandigarh to sharpen his bowling and rebuild confidence after dropping six to seven catches during IPL 2026. Speaking to ANI, the 34-year-old said he wants to bowl his fourth over with the same pace and length as the first, and aims to avoid a repeat of the hamstring injury that caused him to miss 2-3 matches last season.
Shashank has moved from Chhattisgarh to Puducherry for the domestic season and believes strong performances in the No. 6-7 role can open the door for an India call-up. The five-day camp, which runs until August 15, includes six players and focuses on skill development. Shashank said he took 500 catches in a single session to rebuild his fielding muscle memory.
The Indian Opinion
Shashank Singh's openness about dropping six or seven catches last IPL season is rare among cricketers, who usually deflect blame. Admitting he stopped enjoying fielding is honest but also raises the bar the other way: can he match the best fielders in the world from the No. 6-7 slot? The 500-catch session is encouraging, but replicating that confidence in a pressure match will tell the real story.
Source: rediff.com
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