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‘I wanted to slow it (life) down and see where I was standing as an individual’ - Murali Vijay

Yash Mittal

Former Indian Test opener Murali Vijay is all set to make a comeback to competitive cricket after a gap of two years. The stylish opener will feature for the Ruby Trichy Warriors in the ongoing edition of the Tamil Nadu Premier League.


Vijay took a break from competitive cricket post the 2020 season of the Indian Premier League, where he represented the MS Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings.


Speaking to IANS, Vijay explained the reason behind his absence from the game in the past 18-20 months, stating that he wanted to take stock of his fast-moving personal life.


The former opener said he used this break to reflect on his career and his life in general. He expressed his desire to play for as long as possible and also thanked the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association for their unconditional support during this phase.


"The two-year break was to reflect... at the end of the day, you have to be realistic with your targets. I pretty much don't have any aim at the moment. I just want to play cricket and enjoy this phase of my life at this point and see where it takes me, with the help of TNCA," said Vijay to IANS.


"I want to play as long as possible. Just took a personal break. I have a young family and wanted to take care of them. I'm enjoying my cricket now and I'm feeling fit, hopefully, I can do my bit for my team and TNPL," Vijay was quoted as saying by IANS.


"It was for me personally because I wanted to play but I had injuries and my personal life was going at a fast pace. I wanted to slow it down and see where I was standing as an individual. I wanted to reflect on myself and that's why I felt that a break was required and needed for me at that particular time. TNCA has understood that and they've given me this beautiful platform to come back and play the game," he signed off.


Vijay last played for India during the 2018/19 tour of Australia. The right-hander has represented his country in 61 Tests, 17 ODIs and 9 T20Is and he will be eager to make a strong return to competitive cricket when his side Ruby Trichy Warriors lock horns with Dindigul Dragons on June 24.