In a delightful and unexpected turn of events during the ongoing Big Bash League (BBL) match between the Hobart Hurricanes and the Melbourne Renegades, former Australian pace sensation Brett Lee showcased his impressive Hindi-speaking skills. The incident occurred when Lee engaged in a brief on-air conversation with Indian-origin cricketer Nikhil Chaudhary, who was on the field representing the Hurricanes.
During the chat, Brett Lee effortlessly incorporated Hindi into the commentary, surprising both Chaudhary and the audience with his linguistic abilities. Lee greeted Chaudhary in Hindi, saying, “Nikhil, Brett Lee here. Aap kaise ho? Aap se milke khushi hui,” which translates to, “Nikhil, Brett Lee here. How are you? It’s a pleasure to meet you.” Chaudhary, clearly impressed by Lee’s fluency in Hindi, responded with admiration, saying, “Your Hindi is too good, mate!”
This unique interaction added an entertaining and multicultural touch to the match, highlighting Lee’s special connection with India. Throughout his cricketing career, Lee has expressed his fondness for India, even venturing into Bollywood with the film “UnIndian” and collaborating with renowned playback singer Asha Bhosle on the song “You’re the One for Me.”
Meanwhile, Nikhil Chaudhary, a 27-year-old cricketer from Punjab, has been making a mark in the 13th edition of the BBL. Having featured in four matches for the Hurricanes this season, Chaudhary has showcased his skills with both bat and ball. With 72 runs at a striking rate of 153.19 and two wickets in the ongoing clash against the Renegades, Chaudhary has proven to be a valuable asset for his team.
As for Brett Lee’s cricketing career, the Australian fast bowler has left an indelible mark on the international stage. In his 12-year career for Australia, Lee took 718 international wickets across formats. This included 310 wickets in Test cricket, 380 in One Day Internationals (ODIs), and 28 in T20 Internationals. His exceptional bowling skills and contribution to the sport have earned him a well-deserved reputation as one of Australia‘s finest fast bowlers.
Lee’s effortless switch to Hindi in the commentary box and his friendly exchange with Nikhil Chaudhary have once again highlighted the universal appeal of cricket as a sport that transcends boundaries and brings people together from diverse backgrounds.
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