Chennai Super Kings’ emerging player, Tushar Deshpande, who played a crucial role as a bowler in the 2023 Indian Premier League, has recently celebrated his marriage to Nabha Gaddamwar in a heartwarming ceremony surrounded by friends and family.
CSK Star Tushar Deshpande gets married
The journey to marriage started when Deshpande got engaged to his long-time “school crush” earlier this year in Mumbai, following the conclusion of the IPL season. He shared a photo on Instagram, capturing the moment as he and his wife exchanged wedding vows.
Deshpande, a talented right-arm fast bowler, gained recognition for his impactful performances in CSK’s successful campaign in the IPL 2023. His standout performance included a pivotal role in CSK’s thrilling victory over the defending champions, Gujarat Titans, in a closely contested final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. With an impressive tally of 21 wickets in 16 matches, he emerged as CSK’s leading wicket-taker and the sixth-highest wicket-taker in the tournament.
Ruturaj Gaikwad had opted out due to his marriage commitments
Earlier, another CSK player, Ruturaj Gaikwad, had opted out of the reserve opener position for the Indian team in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final due to his marriage commitments. Gaikwad had tied the knot with Utkarsha Pawar, an accomplished all-rounder with experience playing for Maharashtra in domestic tournaments.
Deshpande, with a commendable record in various formats, holds 80 wickets in 29 first-class games, 35 wickets in 34 List A matches, and 83 wickets in 59 T20Is. His outstanding performance in the IPL 2023 highlighted his dedication and skill on the field. Reflecting on his success, he credited former CSK skipper MS Dhoni for his guidance, describing their relationship as that of a soldier to his commander. Deshpande expressed trust in Dhoni’s leadership, believing that the legendary captain would always guide him in the right direction.
Deshpande expressed his commitment to follow Dhoni’s advice
In a recent statement, Deshpande acknowledged Dhoni’s clear plans and simple approach. He emphasized Dhoni’s selflessness, noting that he provides guidance and support during challenging times. Deshpande expressed his commitment to follow Dhoni’s advice, stating, “Like a soldier, I will just follow whatever he says. I know he can never take me on a wrong path.” Deshpande also highlighted Dhoni’s encouragement, mentioning the captain’s advice to remain calm and focused on the game.
