{
  "id": 18322159,
  "title": "Mumbai Skipper Siddhesh Lad Praises Team’s Fighting Spirit & Determination",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/05/mumbai-skipper-siddhesh-lad-praises-teams-fighting-spirit",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-05T13:52:46.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/sports/mumbai-skipper-siddhesh-lad-praises-teams-fighting-spirit-determination"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Mumbai skipper Siddhesh Lad commended his team's resilience and unwavering determination following a hard-fought victory at the Cricket Club of India (CCI). Despite the opposition's prolonged resistance on the final day, Lad expressed confidence that the players remained steadfast in their pursuit of a win. He highlighted the team's meticulous preparation during the off-season, specifically mentioning their rigorous boot camps conducted in scorching weather conditions. Lad emphasized that their coach had consistently instilled in them the importance of never giving up until the final ball. Turning to the pitch, Lad acknowledged its competitive nature, capable of supporting both seamers and spinners while rewarding disciplined batting. Reflecting on Mumbai's past Irani Trophy defeat at the same venue, Lad noted that the team's belief had grown stronger with each challenge. Despite Mumbai's impressive start to the season, Lad cautioned against complacency, emphasizing the team's long-term goals and the need to continue adding significant milestones to their legacy.",
  "summary": "Mumbai: Mumbai skipper Siddhesh Lad praised his team's fighting spirit and unwavering belief after a hard-fought victory at the Cricket Club of India (CCI), saying the players remained confident of securing a win despite the opposition's prolonged resistance on the final day. Lad said Mumbai had prepared for such demanding situations during the off-season and were determined to maintain their…",
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  "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."
}