Venkatesh Iyer On IPL, Indian Cricket, MS Dhoni & SRK | FO 101 - Raj Shamani

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In this episode of Figuring Out with Raj Shamani we are in conversation with an Indian cricketer Venkatesh Iyer. We have discussed various aspects of his life and career. Venkatesh opens up about his cricket journey, Indian cricket team, IPL & Cricket selection procedure, how cricketers earn money and much more.

We start the conversation by delving into Venkatesh's decision to pursue a Ph.D. and why he believes education is crucial. He shared how he started playing cricket and what is the selection process of both cricket and IPL.

He also shared why Rajat Patidar and Shubman Gill are his favourite players and what challenges cricketers face. We talked about how Saurav Ganguly changed Indian cricket and he shared his experience of meeting Shahrukh Khan and playing alongside the legendary MS Dhoni. Venkatesh sheds light on the differentiating factors between Dhoni and Virat Kohli. 

Watch this podcast till the end for an inspiring conversation with Venkatesh Iyer. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe to our channel for more intriguing conversations and exclusive content!

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Timestamps:

02:49 - Why is he doing Phd
05:47 - Sachin Tendulkar left studies
06:42 - How he started playing cricket?
07:38 - Friendship in sports
10:56 - Bio bubble
11:32 - Selection process of Indian Cricket
13:45 - Match fee in state cricket
15:07 - IPL selection process
15:57 - Politics in cricket
17:00 - His favourite batsman
17:42 - Top quality of Rajat Patidar
19:31 - Why he admire Shubman Gill?
20:20 - Is Shubman Gill the next Virat Kohli?
20:59 - His biggest challenge
23:34 - Self doubt
25:22 - Why is Sourav Ganguly his idol?
27:09 - How Sourav Ganguly changed Indian Cricket?
28:56 - Favourite match of Cricket history
30:07 - His favourite sport
32:26 - Experience of meeting Shah Rukh Khan
34:13 - Best moment with MS Dhoni
36:33 - His experience with Virat Kohli
37:50 - Differentiating factor of MS Dhoni & Virat Kohli
39:20 - How athletes train their mind?
42:05 - Importance of writing
45:56 - His investment goals
48:10 - His business goals
49:24 - How much money cricketers make?
50:34 - What makes him happy and sad?
52:09 - Biggest struggle of all ambitious people
54:11 - Next big opportunity in India
55:27 - Favourite place to eat in Indore
57:15 - Conclusion

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