Ajinkya Rahane's county stint with Leicestershire ends due to niggles
Veteran Indian batter Ajinkya Rahane's tenure with English county team Leicestershire has been cut short due to minor injuries. The medical team of the club made this decision after assessing "a couple of niggles" in Rahane. As a result, the 36-year-old player will miss Leicestershire's final two matches and return to India for the upcoming domestic season. Here are further details.
Rahane reflects on his time with Leicestershire
Rahane expressed his appreciation for the time spent with Leicestershire, stating that they played "some fantastic cricket" and showed promising signs for the next season. He also enjoyed playing alongside his teammates and working with the coaches to improve his game. Rahane was particularly impressed by the passion of Leicestershire supporters and felt incredibly welcome at the club.
Leicestershire's director comments on Rahane's departure
Claude Henderson, the director of Leicestershire cricket, expressed disappointment over Rahane's early departure but respected the medical team's decision. He acknowledged that this situation will provide an opportunity for another squad member to step up. Henderson praised Rahane as a "fantastic addition" to their changing room and appreciated his contribution both on and off the pitch.
Rahane's performance during his stint with Leicestershire
Rahane made a strong start at Uptonsteel County Ground, scoring 71 runs against the Nottinghamshire Outlaws in his debut match. Throughout the One-Day Cup campaign, he accumulated 378 runs across 10 innings with an average of 42. This performance helped Leicestershire reach the semi-finals. In addition to his one-day exploits, Rahane also scored a commendable 202 runs from three Vitality County Championship matches, including a standout century against Glamorgan earlier this month.
