Gumla Raidih block of Gumla district of Jharkhand is a tribal dominated area. Robin Minj, the first tribal cricketer from Silam Pandantoli village in the same region, has been selected in a big competition like IPL. The last time Gujarat Titans bought him for Rs 3 crore 60 lakh, but due to being injured in a road accident, he could not play that season.
This time Robin was bought by Mumbai Indians for 65 lakh rupees and also gave him a chance to play in the first two matches. However, Robin could score only 6 runs in these two matches. After this performance, he has not got a chance in the team. Due to this, concern is being raised about his future. But the people of Gumla still have full faith in their skills.
A bigger journey from a small village. Expectation of performance remains
Cricket lover Akash Kumar told Local 18 that Robin Minj is like our younger brother and has also played with us. This time he is playing IPL for Mumbai Indians. Even though he could not take advantage of the opportunity found twice, no one is suspicious of his talent. He is a great wicketkeeper-batsman. It is a big deal to get such a big stage by coming out of a small village. We want Gumla residents to get more opportunities so that their talent can be revealed openly.
Robin needs and opportunity. The effect due to pressure
Cricket lover lawyer Ansari said that our tribal cricketer Robin got an opportunity to play twice. He could not perform his level. But if he gets more opportunities, he will definitely prove himself. This is the beginning of his career and playing on such a big stage can also cause some nervousness. God should get more opportunities and he should illuminate the name of our district and state.
Gaurav’s moment, hope Robin will get an opportunity again
Cricket lover Durjay Paswan said that it is a matter of pride for Gumla district that Robin Minj is playing for Mumbai Indians. Two opportunities were found but the performance was not special. Still he is a very talented player. People of Gumla and Jharkhand are hoping that they will get a chance again in future and they will also play with India’s team.
Career is not decided by two matches, met and opportunity
Akhilesh alias Akhi said that Robin Minj is a very good player. His batting skill is fantastic. Only two matches cannot be assessed the future of a player. Therefore, they should get more chance. He is talented and can prove himself better.
Wicketkeeping will reduce pressure
Cricketer Eklavya said that Robin Minj is the first tribal cricketer in Gumla district. They should get more opportunities. There may be pressure on them due to the crowd and the big platform. If he gets a chance to wicketkeeping, he may be able to perform better. He has also played in the grounds of our district and we are all familiar with his talent.
Lack of experience, but there is possibility
Cricket lover Bhola Chaudhary said that Robin was selected in Mumbai Indians. He got a chance in two matches but could not play as expected. Since they come from remote rural areas, they have a shortage of experience. Nervousness is natural due to large platform and huge crowd. But if they are given more opportunities, then they can become better players in future.
Should meet a chance
The people of Gumla district are unanimous that Robin Minj may not have done a big performance in two matches, but there is no shortage of talent in them. They should be given more opportunities so that they can prove themselves with their game and raise the name of Jharkhand.
