On The Front Foot: Maya's choice - Tennis or Cricket

A Powerful Sports Story for Young Indian ReadersMaya's Cricketing Choice follows sixteen‑year‑old Maya Chen, a girl who sees the world through numbers, patterns, and data. Tennis is her comfort zone — predictable, structured, measurable. But everything changes the day she steps onto a cricket field for the first time. What begins as curiosity soon becomes a life‑changing passion.Maya is drawn to the mathematics of cricket, the strategy behind every delivery, and the warmth of a team that accepts her exactly as she is. But switching sports is far from easy. She faces fierce bowlers, a frightening concussion, self‑doubt, and the fear of disappointing those she loves. As she moves from local club matches to a national tournament final, Maya must decide whether courage, resilience, and belief in herself can outweigh the risks.This inspiring story blends sport, science, identity, and friendship — perfect for readers aged 12 and up who enjoy cricket, STEM‑minded characters, and heartfelt journeys of self‑discovery. Book One in the On the Front Foot series, it is ideal for Indian teens who dream big, fight hard, and love the thrill of the game.