| Wilkins
said, "A sports presenter's job is an extremely demanding
one. Passion and knowledge of the nuances of the game are prerequisites.
Additionally, one needs to have good screen presence and an
ability to react spontaneously on live TV in front of millions
of viewers.
"Indians
are extremely passionate about their favorite sport and almost
everybody is an expert of the game. We are inundated with
interesting emails and comments during our chat shows. Clinic
All Clear Dream Job is our effort to salute and recognise
the hidden talent in the country as it will provide everybody
an opportunity to test their skills in real situations."
Bedi
says, "The Delhi auditions were very exciting. One of
the interesting aspects which came out clearly was the seriousness
of the show and what it stands for. We had senior professionals
from across industries including IT software, aviation and
others who came to seek an alternate career as a sports presenter.
The trend has continued in Mumbai as well. I am really surprised
to see the depth of talent and it will be a difficult task
for us to select the winner.
"I
am very excited with this new association with the number
one sports network in India and the world over. Working with
ESPN STAR Sports is like a dream come true for me… it's
my dream job," added Mandira.
Van
Zwieten says, "We at ESPN Star Sports are committed towards
our passionate viewers by providing them interesting and innovative
content to bring them closer to their favorite sport.
"
Clinic All Clear Dream Job is in continuation of our efforts
and it makes me extremely proud to be associated with a programme
like this. We are sure that we will unearth a few jewels from
the sports loving people of India. I am looking forward to
the various audition rounds across the country".
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The
Mumbai round saw sports enthusiasts queue up for auditions.
The participants were taken through various rounds of spontaneous
commentary and interviews in front of the celebrated jury
that comprised expert cricket analyst and commentator, Alan
Wilkins, noted actor and cricket presenter Mandira Bedi, and
ESS executive producer, news Sharon Van Zwieten.