Vipraj Nigam's journey from an 8-year-old with a dream to an IPL sensation is a testament to unwavering family support and serendipitous talent discovery. His father, Vijay, despite a challenging government job posting, fueled his son's cricketing aspirations, while his mother and grandfather made daily sacrifices, traveling long distances to support his training. Now, his wickets of cricket giants like Kohli and Rohit in the IPL highlight a remarkable rise, proving that dedication and unexpected turns can shape an extraordinary career.
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