Wasim Jaffer is hopeful that his talented side would break the jinx when they face the formidable Rest of India at the Sawai Man Singh Stadium today
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Jaffer wants Mumbai to break 12-year Irani jinx
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Aware of the fact that 39-time Ranji Trophy champions Mumbai have not won the Irani Trophy for the past 12 years, skipper Wasim Jaffer is hopeful that his talented side would break the jinx when they face the formidable Rest of India at the Sawai Man Singh Stadium today.
"I am aware that we have not won the Irani Trophy for the past 12-years and we would give our best to break the jinx. Mumbai last won the Irani Trophy in 1997-1998," he said.
"We have a balanced side and hope for a keen contest. The wicket looks good and we have the resources to give a good fight to the fancied Rest of India," he added.
Talking about the form of Yuvraj Singh, Jaffer dwelled cautiously. "He might be going through a lean period, but he is a fine player. He alone is not a threat as others can make a difference too."
Talking about his omission from the national side, Jaffer refused to play the blame game. When asked despite having a double hundred and few other good knocks in Tests, he was out of favour, the lanky opener said that he is still hoping for a comeback. "That is why I continue playing. My job is to score and wait for the call," he added.
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