With the nation at present engaged in a harrowing battle in opposition to the novel coronavirus, Pat Cummins managed to deliver some smile on the Indian faces because the Australian and Kolkata Knight Riders pacer donated a beneficiant USD 50,000 to the PM CARES fund.
Soon after the cricketer’s noble gesture, his countryman and former Australia cricketer Brett Lee additionally joined fingers in serving to India and because the week progresses different cricketers have additionally come ahead in their very own methods to present assist within the crucial scenario.
— Pat Cummins (@patcummins30) April 26, 2021
In an unique interview with WION’s Executive Editor Palki Sharma Upadhyay, Cummins mentioned a number of matter and more importantly why the 27-year-old selected to donate within the PM Cares Fund and his tackle Australians opting out of the tournament midway.
“First off all we are in the middle of the IPL, which is happening here in India when the situation outside isn’t great. I’ve been playing in India for so many years, the people out here are so kind and have a deep place in my heart. So, I felt like doing my little bit,” mentioned Cummins, whereas responding to a query on his humanitarian gesture.
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“Just chatting with a couple of guys here at Kolkata Knight Riders and they have been really generous in their donation to the PM CARES fund over the last year. Shahrukh (Bollywood actor Shahrukh Khan) donated himself and that is the way to go,” the 27-year-old added.
Cummins additionally talked about that trying on the ongoing disaster triggered due to COVID-19, teams have been fashioned in Australia to assist the nation. “People in Australia would also like to help, so we are planning to setup something there to direct the resources to some charity over here,” the Aussie mentioned.
Great win final evening!! @KKRiders pic.twitter.com/vDY22GyBpG
— Pat Cummins (@patcummins30) September 27, 2020
Cummins backs IPL amidst raging pandemic
The profitable T20 league has come below heavy criticism because the tournament continues in full throttle nation whereas India witnesses a large surge in coronavirus instances. However, Cummins asserted that cricket or on this case the IPL can proceed because it offers individuals with respite for at the least 3-4 hours each night.
“I don’t think so. We are doing everything we don’t take any resources from the frontline. There’s an aspect that every night we are playing for 3-4 hours, hopefully contributes to people stay at home more as it has been hard routine for them and we can help them get through each day,” the Aussie mentioned whereas sharing his views on IPL going forward in such situation.
Discussing the present ambiance within the dressing room because the nation witnesses an alarming surge within the lively COVID instances, the pacer acknowledged that the Kolkata franchise, which is co-owned by Shahrukh Khan, has been very useful and the crew is open to assist any members if the necessity arises. “Our team has been really honest and open that if anybody needs any support, us as a team will help in whatever way needed,” Cummins mentioned.
Bio-bubble and Australian gamers exiting
Meanwhile, Cummins does handle that staying in a strong bio-bubble construction for tournaments is hard however credit earlier experiences from 2020 on how to cope with it.
“I think last year gave us a good insight on how to handle the cricket and life outside the bubble. It’s a year now and we are lucky to play in the current circumstances. We’ve been doing this last year also while traveling overseas and feel safe. The cricket all being played without crowds. All of these have been hard,” Cummins mentioned.
Pumped to be on my manner to India for the IPL. See you quickly @KKRiders ! pic.twitter.com/AYFCBMIdsi
— Pat Cummins (@patcummins30) April 1, 2021
The 27-year-old in the course of the interview additionally dismissed any thoughts about leaving the tournament midway, like his fellow countrymen – Adam Zampa, Andrew Tye, and Kane Richardson. The trio opted out from additional persevering with within the competitors this week.
“No, I haven’t given that any thoughts. I know what I’ve signed up for and knew when we flew here few weeks ago,” the Australian mentioned.
