Karim determined to make the most of this chance
Syed Saba Karim firmly believed that he would get another chance to play for India
Sakyasen Mittra
16-Mar-2000
Syed Saba Karim firmly believed that he would get another chance to
play for India. The Bengal wicketkeeper, who left for Mumbai on
Thursday said that he had been expecting a call for some time now. ``I
had an inkling that I would get a recall to the Indian team,'' said
Karim at the Eden Gardens today. ``After I had been dropped from the
Indian side last year, I had just set myself a goal to perform to the
best of my abilities. That attitude has finally paid off today,'' said
the bearded, erudite stumper who works in the Corporate Communications
Department of TISCO.
Amidst the congratulations from his teammates and some of the other
cricketers from Mumbai, Karim also added that he would play in a
relaxed frame of mind. ``The advantage that I have this time is that
Saurav Ganguly is the captain of the Indian team. Since I have played
with him for a number of years, I know his way of operation. That is
definitely a boost to my confidence,'' said Karim. He was also quick
to add, ``this time I am determined to stick around. The international
exposures in the past has been a learning experience. I plan to
utilise this chance properly. I have realized that maintaining
one's place in the team is more difficult than being selected.''