India pacer Navdeep Saini, who hails from Haryana and made his T20I debut for India in 2019 at the age of 30, got married to his longtime girlfriend Swati Asthana and announced the news via his official Instagram profile. “With you, every day is a day of love. Today, we decided on forever! Seeking all your blessings and love as we start a new chapter of our life,” Saini posted on Instagram.
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Swati is an adept vlogger in the realms of fashion, travel, and lifestyle. Her YouTube channel is an extension of her engaging Instagram account, showcasing a variety of content reflecting her passions and experiences.
Saini most recently featured in the concluded Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT). His team, Delhi, was eliminated in the semi-finals after losing to Punjab with Saini failing to perform, securing figures of 0/32 in three overs. Throughout the tournament, Saini managed to claim only four wickets across seven games.
Saini contributed to the Rest of India (ROI) team’s victory in the Irani Cup back in October. Despite a standout 2019 IPL season, Saini has faced challenges in the tournament, featuring in just six games over the past three years. In the 2023 season with the Rajasthan Royals, he managed to secure three wickets across two matches.
Navdeep Saini’s last appearance in Test cricket for India stands as one of the nation’s most unforgettable moments. Occurring during the final Test of the 2021 Australian tour, a determined Indian team defied expectations to achieve a stunning result.
Saini was included in the playing XI for the last two Tests due to multiple players nursing injuries. With the series tied at one win each, Saini marked his debut by claiming four wickets in the drawn third Test at the SCG. Although Saini had minimal impact with the ball in the decisive Brisbane Test, he remained a crucial part of the team that secured one of India’s most remarkable victories. In pursuit of an unlikely 328 in the final innings, the Asian powerhouse clinched a three-wicket win, propelled by stellar performances from Shubman Gill (91), Cheteshwar Pujara (56), and Rishabh Pant (89*).
