Agni Chopra overjoyed to receive BCCI award from his childhood idol Rohit Sharma

TOI Sports Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Feb 2, 2025, 15:19 IST

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Agni Chopra, son of filmmaker Vidhu Vinod Chopra and critic Anupama Chopra, received the Madhavrao Scindia Award for Top Run Getter in Ranji Trophy Plate League from Indian skipper Rohit Sharma. Scoring 939 runs in the 2023-24 season, Agni aspires to help Mizoram advance and secure a place in the Indian Test team.

Agni Chopra overjoyed to receive BCCI award from his childhood idol Rohit Sharma

Agni Chopra and Rohit Sharma (BCCI Photo)

NEW DELHI:Agni Chopra, offspring of filmmaker Vidhu Vinod Chopra and film critic Anupama Chopra, was delighted to receive the Madhavrao Scindia Award for Top Run Getter in Ranji Trophy Plate League at the BCCI annual awards from his role model and Indian skipper Rohit Sharma.
His remarkable achievement of 939 runs in the 2023-24 Ranji Trophy season, maintaining an impressive average of nearly 80, demonstrated his exceptional batting prowess and steadiness required at first-class cricket.

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The young cricketer realised his aspirations when he stood alongside cricket luminaries Sachin Tendulkar, R Ashwin, Jasprit Bumrah, Sarfaraz Khan and Smriti Mandhana for a memorable photograph.

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"It meant a lot to receive this award from Rohit bhai, who is also from Mumbai and whom I have idolised for many years. I have watched Rohit bhai play for almost half of my life and it feels like a full circle moment to receive it from the captain of India," Agni said after receiving the award.
"To have my parents cheering me on was an incredible feeling because they have always cheered me on and supported me through difficult times when I was in and out of the Mumbai team.
"It is indeed great to see my hard work receive some recognition, and it is incredibly special to receive an award for the Ranji Trophy, which is one of the most storied tournaments, and I am grateful to receive this award," he added.
During his teenage years, Agni received valuable guidance from his father, renowned producer-director Vidhu Vinod Chopra: "Whatever profession you pursue, try to give it your best shot."
The decision to leave Mumbai and compete in first-class cricket for a North Eastern state, where the sport is still developing, was challenging. However, Mizoram cricket welcomed Agni, leading to a successful journey for the 26-year-old who received the BCCI award from his childhood inspiration.
His objectives include helping Mizoram advance to the Elite group through his performances and ultimately securing a place in the Indian Test team.

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