Robin Uthappa ready for a comeback to the Indian team

FILE PHOTO: Robin Uthappa

Having started a bit inauspiciously this domestic season, missing the first few games in Ranji Trophy, the right-hand attacking opener from Karnataka, Robin Uthappa had a good run in the Vijay Hazare Trophy with the bat and is hopeful of making a comeback into the Indian side.

Robin Uthappa top-scored in the Vijay Hazare Trophy with 536 runs at an average of 76.57, and keen to deliver in Indian colours if he is presented with an opportunity.

“I believe I have performed well. I believe I should be playing the next level, and I am confident that I will succeed at the highest level. Given a chance I will be able to add value to the team,” Uthappa was quoted as saying by Times of India.

Karnataka had a dream run this season, winning the treble of Ranji Trophy, Irani Cup and Vijay Hazare Trophy, and Uthappa was an integral part of the side.

He slammed two consecutive centuries in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, an unbeaten 132 against Gujarat and 133 against Jharkhand, and also picked up 2 wickets in the final with his medium pace.

“It’s a special feeling to be able to win all the three domestic tournaments,” said Uthappa.

“We are a unique bunch of cricketers as each player cares for the team. And to be part of history is more than pleasing,” he reflected on the rare achievement by the Karnataka side this season.

Uthappa last appeared for India in a rain-affected Twenty20 match in South Africa in March 2012.