New Delhi: In a revealing chapter from the book Driven: The Virat Kohli Story by renowned journalist Vijay Lokapally, it was shared that when Ashish Nehra learned that Tarak Sinha had received an eviction notice from his landlord, he was deeply moved. A few days later, Nehra arrived late to practice, and when Sinha inquired about his delay, Nehra handed him the key to a new house, disclosing that he had purchased it for Sinha to help him out of his crisis.
Ashish Nehra is widely regarded as one of the finest left-arm pacers to have ever represented India. A crucial member of the team that triumphed in the 2011 ODI World Cup, Nehra’s contributions on the field were invaluable. Off the field, he is also celebrated as one of the most entertaining personalities in the dressing room, known for his wit, charm, and, above all, his big heart.
This was clearly evident when the left-arm pacer made a heartwarming gesture for his childhood coach, Tarak Sinha. Sinha, the founder of the Sonnet Cricket Club, played a pivotal role in Nehra’s development and was instrumental in his journey to becoming a first-team member of the Indian cricket team.
In a chapter from the book Driven: The Virat Kohli Story by eminent journalist Vijay Lokapally, it is revealed that when Nehra learned that his childhood coach Tarak Sinha had received an eviction notice from his landlord, he was deeply moved. A few days later, Nehra arrived late for practice, and when Sinha inquired about his delay, Nehra handed him the key to a new house, having bought it for him to save him from his housing crisis.
When Sinha Asked Why Nehra Was Late
When Tarak Sinha inquired about Ashish Nehra’s delay, the pacer handed over the key to a house, revealing that he had bought Sinha a new home to help him overcome his housing crisis.
Who Was Tarak Sinha?
Tarak Sinha is widely regarded as one of India’s most influential cricket coaches. He founded the Sonnet Cricket Club in Delhi in 1969, which went on to produce many notable cricketers, including Ashish Nehra, Aakash Chopra, Anjum Chopra, and Shikhar Dhawan.
The last major talent to emerge from his academy was India’s current top wicketkeeper-batter, Rishabh Pant. Sinha was affectionately known as “Ustaadji” in local cricket circles for his deep knowledge and dedication to the game.
In addition to coaching young talent, Sinha also briefly served as the head coach of the Indian women’s team from 2001 to 2002. In 2018, he was honored with the prestigious Dronacharya Award by the Government of India. Sadly, Tarak Sinha passed away in 2021 after battling cancer, leaving behind a lasting legacy in Indian cricket.
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