Maharashtra batter Ankit Bawne, with 8,327 First Class runs, has accepted he may not play for India but remains dedicated to scoring runs and winning for his state. After a recent slump, the 33-year-old is performing well in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Bawne credits former coach Rahul Dravid for helping him shift his focus from national selection to enjoying the game and achieving happiness through cricket, with his current goal being to win the Ranji Trophy for Maharashtra.