Mumbai: Former India wicketkeeper-batsman Parthiv Patel on Thursday (December 10) has been roped in as a Talent Scout by Indian Premier League (IPL) champions Mumbai Indians. Earlier, on Wednesday (December 9) he announced his retirement from all forms of cricket and put down curtains on an 18-year-long career.
The 35-year-old left-hander, who made his international debut in 2002, played 25 Tests, 38 ODIs and two T20Is for India. The Gujarat cricketer represented his state in 194 first-class matches.
🗣 “@parthiv9 understands our ideology, the DNA of #MumbaiIndians and what we are trying to create at MI. We welcome him to our #OneFamily.” – Akash Ambani
— Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) December 10, 2020
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“Parthiv brings a vast domestic and international cricketing experience spanning over two decades, along with an understanding of the fast-paced IPL competition,” MI said in a statement. MI owner Akash Ambani said that he was delighted to have Parthiv joining the team.
“We had the opportunity to pick his cricketing brain during his playing days at Mumbai Indians. I am very confident of his contribution to further enhance our scouting system with the depth of cricketing knowledge he possesses. Parthiv understands our ideology, the DNA of Mumbai Indians and what we are trying to create at MI,” said Ambani.
The baby-faced Parthiv on his part, said that he was grateful for the opportunity that was handed over to him. “I had enjoyed my cricket playing for Mumbai Indians, those momentous three years with the champion sides remain itched in my memory.”
“It’s time now to turn a new chapter in my life. I am excited, confident and thankful to the Mumbai Indians management for the opportunity presented to me,” said Parthiv. Former MI player Parthiv was part of the IPL winning sides in 2015 and 2017. He will now work jointly with the coaching staff and scouts’ group.
