How Dinesh Karthik Helped RCB's IPL-Winning Star Recover From Personal Tragedy

How Dinesh Karthik Helped RCB's IPL-Winning Star Recover From Personal Tragedy

Jitesh Sharma had played a massive role in RCB's maiden IPL triumph last year during which Dinesh Karthik had also contributed as a batting coach and mentor.

Jitesh Sharma thanks DK - News Today

Bengaluru, Apr 4: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vice-captain Jitesh Sharma thanked former India wicketkeeper Dinesh Karthik for helping him during an emotionally difficult phase where he took some time off from the game after his father’s demise. Royal Challengers Bengaluru vice-captain Jitesh Sharma thanked former India wicketkeeper Dinesh Karthik for helping him during an emotionally difficult phase where he took some time off from the game afte…

IPL 2026: “He helped me understand my game better" - Jitesh Sharma on Dinesh Karthik's influence - Sports News Portal

Jitesh_Sharma (PC:X) Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) wicketkeeper-batter Jitesh Sharma opened up about the key influence behind his recent growth, crediting batting coach and mentor Dinesh Karthik for guiding him. Speaking on the RCB Podcast, Jitesh highlighted how Karthik’s mentorship extended beyond technical advice — it was responsible for the massive transformation he underwent and helped shape both his mindset and approach to the game. “A…

When I was down, Dinesh Karthik told me to take a break: Jitesh Sharma - Business Standard

When I was down, Dinesh Karthik told me to take a break: Jitesh Sharma  Business Standard

When I was down emotionally, Dinesh Karthik told me to take a break: Jitesh Sharma

Bengaluru, Apr 3 (PTI) Royal Challengers Bengaluru vice-captain Jitesh Sharma thanked former India wicketkeeper Dinesh Karthik for helping him during an emotionally difficult phase where he took some time off from the game after his father's demise.Jitesh said Karthik encouraged him to step away briefly and recover emotionally after his father passed away in February this year.“DK anna asked me to take a break, put the bat away for a while and s…