Spinner Patel geared up for 'homecoming' at Wankhede
The New Indian Express|October 31, 2024
AJAZ Patel doesn't remember what the Wankhede pitch in Mumbai looked like three years ago, but he remembers the feeling. He is not just back at the stadium where he became only the third bowler in Test history to take ten wickets in an innings, but also in the city he can call home; a place where he has familial roots.
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Spinner Patel geared up for 'homecoming' at Wankhede

Understandably, he is emotional. After all, he did not even think he would get another chance to be back in Mumbai for another Test match. In many ways, it feels like a homecoming for him. He's sitting in the press conference room, reflecting at a moment when he etched his name in the record books. Life hasn't changed much since that historic performance against India in 2021.

"After the ten-fer, I haven't really had as many opportunities to play but at the same time, I mean when you do get an opportunity to play, it is very special when you're playing for your nation. You never take it for granted," he says.

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