Birthday special: The player to whom 'Thala' gave a special name, who created chaos with both ball and bat.

Sports Desk: Today i.e. on Monday, January 20, Team India's all-rounder Akshar Patel is celebrating his 32nd birthday. BCCI has also given a big gift to Akshar Patel before his birthday. He has been made the vice-captain of the Indian team for the T-20 series to be played against England. Well today is his birthday, so on this occasion let us share his journey with you.

Akshar Patel was born on this day i.e. 20 January 1994. Born in Anand, Gujarat, this cricketer got recognition by the name of 'Bapu'. Akshar Patel's nickname is Bapu. Most of the players of Team India fondly call him Bapu. Dhoni gave him this name. The story behind this is also very interesting. Let us tell you these special things related to Akshar Patel on his birthday…

Left engineering studies for cricket

Akshar Patel, who has made a place in Team India for the last one-two years due to his game, was very fond of cricket since childhood. Akshar left his engineering studies midway to focus on cricket. He worked hard to join Team India. Due to his dedication and passion, today he is one of the key players of the team. His fielding with bat and ball is also very excellent.

Dhoni used to call him by name Bapu

When Akshar Patel got a chance to play for Team India, the responsibility of wicketkeeping was with Dhoni. Most of the players of Team India call him Bapu. Dhoni gave him this nickname. When Dhoni had difficulty in taking his name from behind the wicket, he started calling Akshar Patel by the name of Bapu. After that this sequence continued. Now all the players call him by this name.

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How has been Akshar Patel's career?

Axar Patel, who has been performing brilliantly in place of Ravindra Jadeja in Team India, has led Team India to victory in many big matches. Sometimes he has done wonders with his bat and sometimes with the ball. He made his debut for Team India in 2014. Akshar Patel of Team India has so far played 8 Tests, 49 ODIs and 40 T20 matches. At present, he remains an important part of Team India due to his excellent performance.