Cricketer Yusuf Pathan, known for his powerful batting and all-round skills, is set to enter a new arena by contesting the upcoming Lok Sabha elections as a candidate for the Trinamool Congress (TMC) from the Behrampore constituency. This move marks a significant shift in Pathan’s career from the cricket field to the political arena, aligning himself with the Mamata Banerjee-led TMC.
Pathan’s association with Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League (IPL) has made him a popular figure in the city, where he has been instrumental in the team’s success over the years. His decision to join politics comes at a time when the TMC is gearing up for the 2024 campaign, termed ‘Jonogorjon Sabha’, with a grand inauguration at Kolkata’s Brigade Parade Grounds.
The Behrampore constituency, currently held by Congress’s Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury, is set to witness an interesting electoral battle. While Chowdhury has represented Behrampore five times in the Lok Sabha, it remains uncertain if he will be fielded by the Congress for the upcoming elections. The TMC has been critical of Chowdhury in the past, blaming him for the collapse of alliance talks between the Congress and TMC.
For Pathan, who has recently been participating in exhibition matches, the transition to politics may present new challenges as he prepares to face a seasoned politician like Chowdhury. However, with his popularity and charisma, Pathan could prove to be a strong contender in the electoral fray.
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