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Kirmani’s formula for success

Principal Correspondent

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Syed Kirmani.

CHENNAI: “Sheer consistency,” insisted Syed Kirmani, one of India’s finest wicket-keepers, is possibly the answer to achieve success in any walk of life.

“That’s the major key,” said the former India gloveman, in a lecture series on the success stories titled ‘Winning Edge’, organised by the Madras Management Association, at a city hotel here on Wednesday.

“If you are sincere and honest, the result is always success,” said Kirmani.

To emerge successful, according to Kirmani, one has to be mentally tough. The 55-year-old said he was successful because he neither buckled under any situation nor bowed down to pressure.

“Accept any kind of discrepancy and pressure in order to come out with flying colours,” Kirmani said.

“You should have belief in yourself, belief in Almighty, and of course a little bit of lady luck.”

Funny stories

Kirmani regaled the audience with several anecdotes of his touring days and some delightful and funny 1983 World Cup stories.

Revealing that he was born in Madras, Kirmani explained how his parents were his role models and a source of inspiration for him.

Explaining his gradual rise from humble beginnings, Kirmani said cricket became a way of life for him. “It built my character.”

Kirmani said he’s willing to take up coaching assignments or probably a role in the selection committee provided the powers-that-be give him an opportunity. Kirmani later answered questions fielded by the audience.

Introducing Kirmani to the gathering, Nirmal Shekar, Sports Editor, The Hindu, who chaired the discussion, described him as an exceptional athlete and a remarkable human being. Shekar said there is no ready-made formula for success. “It needs special talent to manage talent,” he added.

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