"We all know Chennai Super Kings has been backing and promoting youngsters and giving them possibilities to express their talent. I would like to congratulate Super Kings Academy and Kamala Niketan School for this wonderful academy. I am sure this academy will help all the kids to pursue their talent. Personally, for me when I started, I was seven. I started my career in Mumbai. So, academies like this will help young talents to grow from strength to strength, achieve their goals and

dreams. I am sure players from here will go on to play for India," said Rahane.

"I think as a player it is important to express your talent and play your game. What I have learnt from the coaches is - as a player you should learn from everyone.

My suggestion to all the kids and all the players is that play with passion, give your best, listen and respect everyone. And to all the coaches, I feel that you should allow all players to play their game. Don't try to interfere every time. I think it's important to give freedom to your players and allow