{
  "id": 15237251,
  "title": "Why Lakshya Raichandani, with skills to bat for hours, could be the next star",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/17/why-lakshya-raichandani-with-skills-to-bat-for-hours-could-be-the",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-17T16:40:42.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Indian Express",
    "slug": "the-indian-express",
    "url": "https://indianexpress.com/article/sports/cricket/why-lakshya-raichandani-bat-hours-could-indian-cricket-next-star-10926180/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Lakshya Raichandani, an 18-year-old fast-rising batsman from Uttarakhand, has caught the attention of selectors with his exceptional skills. Despite not being in the India Under-19 team yet, he made a significant impact in the Ranji Trophy semi-finals against Karnataka with his impressive 55-run innings. In just a season, he has scored 223 runs at an average of 44.60 in five innings in the Ranji Trophy, showcasing his remarkable consistency across different formats.\n\nRaichandani's ability to bat for extended periods, a rare skill among young batsmen, has caught the eye of junior selectors. His grandfather's background in Uttar Pradesh and his own experience in the boarding school system in Rudrapur may have contributed to his adaptability and focus. Raichandani aims to maintain the same level of mental stability across all levels of cricket and credits his consistent performance to his disciplined routine, including meditation.\n\nAs he prepares to transition into senior cricket, Raichandani remains focused on his goal of playing at the highest level. He idolizes England cricketer Joe Root and plans to maintain a calm demeanor and minimal adjustments to his game when moving up the ranks.",
  "summary": null,
  "key_points": [
    "18-year-old Lakshya Raichandani impresses with batting skills.",
    "Scores 223 runs in one Ranji Trophy season, averaging 44.60.",
    "Rare ability to bat for extended periods catches selectors' attention."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}