Netravalkar: Oracle Coder By Day, Cricket Hero By Night

Saurabh Netravalkar, a Cornell alumnus and Oracle coder, starred in USA's shock victory over Pakistan in the T20 World Cup. Balancing his tech career with cricket, he excelled in a crucial Super Over. Netravalkar is grateful for the support from Oracle and US Cricket, ensuring both his passions flourish.

Saurabh Netravalkar, a senior techie at Oracle and an alumnus of Cornell University, played a pivotal role in USA's upset win over Pakistan in the T20 World Cup. In an exclusive interview with PTI, Netravalkar shared his journey of juggling a demanding job and cricket.

Netravalkar's crucial performance in the Super Over against Pakistan highlighted his exceptional skills. 'It wasn't pre-decided,' he revealed. 'The plan was to bowl wide yorkers and keep the batter's range limited.' He credited team efforts and extra runs for the victory.

Despite growing prospects in USA cricket, Netravalkar remains dedicated to his Oracle job, appreciating his bosses' support. Flexible arrangements from both Oracle and the US Cricket board have enabled him to manage both his professional commitments efficiently.

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