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    "editor1": "<p><strong>New Delhi, April 29 : <\/strong>Ajinkya Rahane was bought by Delhi Capitals last year before the IPL Auction, and speaking on an Instagram live session with the franchises official handle on Wednesday, the middle-order batsman said he is really excited about playing for the Delhi-based franchise.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&quot;I&#39;m really excited and looking forward to playing for the Delhi Capitals. It is something I&#39;ve really been eager about, and it has stemmed in because of the things I&#39;ve heard about the team from the likes of Ishant Sharma, Shikhar Dhawan and Shreyas Iyer. They&#39;ve told me that it&#39;s like a huge family where everyone is always backing each other, and enjoying each other&#39;s successes,&quot; said Rahane.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Talking about his excitement on playing under head coach Ricky Ponting, Rahane said he has always admired the Australian legend. &quot;My idols growing up were definitely Rahul (Dravid) sir and Sachin (Tendulkar) sir, but I&#39;ve always admired Ricky sir also. I used to try to copy his batting and fielding styles. And therefore, I&#39;m really looking forward to working under him. I&#39;m sure he will help me immensely in my batting as well as overall leadership,&quot; said the former captain of the Rajasthan franchise.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Signing off, Rahane also sent a message to Delhi&#39;s fans, &quot;All of you should know that I am also waiting eagerly for the IPL season as much as you guys. However, we&#39;re going through a tough time, and it is important for all of us to follow the guidelines given to us. It is a good opportunity for us to help our country by staying united. We will meet soon whenever the IPL happens, till then please take care of yourselves and your loved ones.&quot;<br \/>\r\n&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n",
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