Sachin Tendulkar, Rafa my heroes says Badrinath
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When S. Badrinath was picked by Chennai Super Kings in 2008, even his most ardent supporter would not have given him a chance to be the batting mainstay of CSK.
From a solid middle order batsman who thrived on technique and an unflappable mind, Badri has made the necessary adjustments to his game to fit the T20 bill as well.
The 31-year-old opened out on life outside the boundary line. Excerpts.
Your first experience holding cricket bat: At age seven playing with a broken rubber ball.
Most memorable sporting moment: My maiden call up to the national side.
Worst sporting moment: When I got out against South Africa at the Eden Gardens.
Sporting heroes: Sachin Tendulkar, Mike Hussey, Rahul Dravid, Rafael Nadal and Lance Armstrong.
Favourite venue: Chepauk.
Sporting event you would pay the most to see: Wimbledon final between Nadal and Federer.
Questions most asked by the public and the press: Do you get frustrated at regularly being overlooked by the national selectors.
Sporting motto: To give my best at all times.
Who would invite to dinner — and why? Katrina Kaif. She is the hottest actress at the moment.
Biggest regret: Not getting enough time with my daughter, Daksha.
The best match you ever saw: The second Ashes Test in England, 2005.
The person you learnt most from: My father.
The sports personality you admire most: Mike Hussey.
Favourite holiday spot: Heard a lot about the beauty of Italy (want to be there ASAP).
How will you like to be remembered? Someone who gave it his all.
Other interests in your life: Watching golf, music and travelling, classic movies, spending time with family.
Your one piece of advice to youngsters: You only get what you give.
Pet name: Bata.
Your biggest extravaganza: My white BMW 3 Series.
What do you never leave home without? Car keys, wallet and phone.
The craziest thing you have ever done: Fell inside a well when I was 10 at YMCA.
Your best and worst trait: Patience at the crease; my temper outside the field.
What’s your worst nightmare? My daughter falling ill.
Favourite actor(s): Aamir Khan and Rajinikanth.
Favourite actress: Kajol.
Superstition: None.
Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
I am not a person who plans ahead.
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