Watch: Dinesh Karthik tries his hand at javelin with Neeraj Chopra

Neeraj Chopra and Dinesh Karthik. (Photo Source: X(Twitter)

Some individuals display remarkable proficiency across different spheres, demonstrating wholehearted commitment to every endeavour they undertake. Dinesh Karthik, the former Indian cricketer, is undoubtedly among those distinguished individuals. Beyond his exceptional performance as a wicketkeeper-batter for multiple teams throughout his illustrious career, Karthik has frequently graced talk shows, contributed to diverse commentary panels, hosted programmes as an anchor, and exhibited his dynamic leadership skills on the cricket field. Additionally, he is widely appreciated for his spirited and level-headed personality beyond the cricketing arena.

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Venturing into an unprecedented collaboration, he was spotted alongside Indian track and field athlete Neeraj Chopra, the 26-year-old who clinched a historic gold at the 2020 Olympic Games held in Tokyo. Their interaction, captured in videos, has swiftly spread across social media platforms, featuring Karthik and Chopra donning vibrant-coloured T-shirts, orange and yellow, respectively.

Here’s the video –

Neeraj Chopra trained Dinesh Karthik to be his partner at 2024 Olympics.#Neerajchopra #Dineshkarthik

Dinesh Karthik, the Javelin thrower 😎😎😎#Olympics #ParisOlympics2024 #IPL2024 #T20WorldCup pic.twitter.com/7nU3I8Imk3

— Dinesh Karthik Fan Club (@DKFANFOREVER) May 28, 2024

— scOut Op (@ScOutoppp69) May 29, 2024

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Positioned on the periphery of an empty field’s running track under the scorching sun, Karthik, driven by a desire for redemption, requested one final chance at javelin throwing after purportedly faltering in previous attempts. Chopra, holding two javelins, graciously acquiesced, offering words of encouragement with a reassuring “hojayega, Dinesh bhai (you can do it, Dinesh brother).”

With meticulous precision, Karthik adjusted the javelin in his hands before taking a determined run-up, launching the spear forward in an impressive display. The javelin surpassed a predetermined benchmark, marked by a line, leaving Karthik ecstatic with his endeavour.

The 2024 Summer Olympic Games are scheduled to commence on July 26, 2024, and Chopra will be aiming to secure more honours in his forthcoming appearances for the nation.