B. Sachin aiming to play all three formats for Tamil Nadu

B. Sachin said on Sunday in Dindigul that he wants to play in all three formats for Tamil Nadu while featuring in the Tamil Nadu Premier League.

He has notched up two consecutive half-centuries for Vida Kovai Kings in the TNPL.

The left-hander is the leading run-scorer in the TNCA First Division League so far. Speaking over the phone on Sunday, the 22-year-old said he "gained a lot of confidence" from his strong run for Sea Hawks coming into the TNPL. He made his Ranji Trophy debut in 2024 and scored two fifties in five innings last season.

Sachin worked with his father and coach, Balasubramaniam, in preparation for the TNPL. "I worked on my base for better stability and bat swing," he said. He replied a "positive mindset" was working particularly well for him this season.

On his batting approach, Sachin said: "Initially, for the first few balls, I just try to get the feel. Then, I plan which bowlers to take on." He is also keen to make a big impression in T20 cricket and stated his ambition plainly: "I want to play in all three formats for Tamil Nadu. That’s my goal. I want to do well for Tamil Nadu," he said.

He has already begun making a strong case in that direction. He scored 161 runs in two matches — 77 off 42 balls and 84 off 43 — at an average of 80.50 and a strike rate of 189.41.