Inspiring by the country’s overall success in international cricket in recent years a part of the younger generation in Bangladesh is now inclined to become professional cricketers. Becoming a professional cricketer is getting difficult gradually despite having a lot of facilities across the country in making quality players. Cricketers go through stiff competition to earn a place in the clubs because of the small number of cricket competitions at the national level. Besides talent, extreme dedication is required in order to take cricket as a profession. This article presents an overall guideline about how to become a cricketer in Bangladesh.
Things you need to know to become a Sportsperson
Getting to Know Your Body
To be a professional athlete you need to know your body very well. Getting an idea of how the body works and how a particular organ can affect the body is important for an athlete. This information will help you to take care of yourself better. It is also essential to know whether you have the physical capability to be a professional athlete. In that case, you do not have to suffer from depression in the future if you fail to fulfill your dream.
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Why training is important for you?
Athletes need to practice regularly to reduce body inertia, increase efficiency, and also increase muscle strength. In addition, physical exercise eliminates mental fatigue which has a direct connection to the players' on-field performance. So regular practice and physical exercise are two obligatory works for professional players.
The importance of a balanced diet for a sportsperson
Eating habit is a very important factor if anyone wants to become a sportsperson. An athlete simply can't eat anything. A player should know how much carbohydrate, protein, or fiber needs to maintain a healthy diet? Because food habits can directly affect players’ performance on the field. Consult with a nutritionist to make a food chart suitable for the players and follow the chart regularly.
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Drive yourself to work hard
You should develop the mentality of working hard all the time. There is no way of being lazy as many young talents are now wanting to become professional cricketers. Someone else will take your spot if you remain ignorant. Thomas A. Edison said “There is no substitute for hard work”, you should always remember this quote especially to reach the level of excellence in sports.
Be tough to face obstacles
You must have the courage to deal with any situation. Often you may not get what you want in one attempt. You have to push hard to improve your cricketing skill. You shouldn’t give up because the opportunity will eventually arrive if you have patience.
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Find a positive mentor
To become a successful sportsperson you need to have a positive mentor. A mentor will guide you in the right direction in difficult times. So make a mentor your companion.
Ways to become a cricketer in Bangladesh
Join a local cricket academy
Join a cricket academy in your local area to learn the basics of cricket. Your journey to be a successful cricketer starts from the academy level. Batting, bowling, fielding, wicket-keeping, and above all, the qualities required to be a cricketer are taught at the academy stage. You should also try to get admission to Bangladesh Krira Shikkha Protishtan (BKSP). Superstars like Shakib Al Hasan, Mushfiqur Rahim, Liton Kumar Das are the products of this institution. Do we need to say anything else?
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Participate in age levels & School tournaments
Take part in trials for age-level and school-level cricket competitions. The BCB is often conducting district-level talent hunt programs. Be always updated with these programs by regularly visiting the official website and social media platforms of BCB.
Try to play for a premier league club
Try to find a place in the squad of any premier league club. Because you will have a great opportunity to change your fortune as a professional player if you get a chance to play for a premier league club. Also, your dream will be even bigger if you can perform well in the DPL.
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Bottom Line
Just wanting won’t help you to become a cricketer in Bangladesh. Self-confidence, rigorous practice, and discipline are mandatory to fulfill your dream to play in domestic cricket tournaments. Focusing on your strength is important especially if you are good at a particular area, which will ease your chance to earn a call from the clubs. Because getting an opportunity depends on how much impact you can make on the club as a player.
Consistent performance in domestic competitions will secure your position in the squad and will also open your door for the national team. Finally, nobody can stop you to become a cricketer in Bangladesh if you can continue to motivate yourself and have patience.