Abhishek Anand, a cricketer from Bihar, is set to play for Japan's national team in a historic T20I match against India. His journey from IIT Kanpur to cricketing success in Japan is a testament to following one's passion. Anand reflects on his early days playing tennis-ball cricket in Bihar and his transition to professional cricket after moving to Japan for work. This match not only serves as a platform for both teams to prepare for the upcoming 2026 Asian Games but also commemorates 75 years of diplomatic relations between India and Japan. Read on to learn more about Anand's remarkable story.
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