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Patel follows Indian cricket closely. “Indian cricket has progressed immensely under the BCCI. We are all very proud of our torch bearers.

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“It was such a great honour and privilege to represent India in our glorious years—1973 to 1983. We played amateur cricket, popularising women’s cricket in every nook and corner of the country. From 1975, we played Test series in India against Australia, West Indies, New Zealand and England. We played the Kiwis in New Zealand and a Test against Australia at Perth. We figured in two World Cups as well,” Rajeshwari said.

“At the age 54, I got an opportunity to coach youth cricketers in Houston. I’ve been coaching here for nine years. The future of women’s cricket is bright in the USA. There is tremendous hard work put in by the administrators, coaches, parents and players. A lot of tournaments are being organised to popularise the game,” Rajeshwari concluded.