Lucknow Tremendous Giants captain KL Rahul on Saturday mentioned his facet couldn’t execute the plans whereas batting and had been 10 runs quick as they misplaced their IPL match in opposition to Punjab Kings by two wickets right here on Saturday.
Invited to bat, LSG made 159 for 8 in 20 overs with Rahul top-scoring with 74 however PBKS chased down the goal with three balls to spare.
“I believe we had been about 10 runs quick in the direction of the top. The dew got here in and it appeared to assist the batters (of PBKS) a bit of bit extra. We didn’t execute properly with the ball,” Rahul mentioned on the post-match presentation.
“If a few batters get in, play good knocks, we are able to get to 180-190. Sadly, at this time, few of the batters hit good photographs however obtained caught simply on the boundary line. On one other day, we’d have gotten these 10-15 runs additional that will have made the distinction.” He mentioned whereas enjoying on a brand new floor and a brand new pitch, one can’t depend on the earlier video games.
“We take it because it comes, assess it on the go and probably not set ourselves a goal.” On his wonderful catch to dismiss Jitesh Sharma, Rahul mentioned, “The sport was on the road and I attempt to give every part when I’m on the sphere. I went for it.” Rahul mentioned every participant within the staff has a unique position to play.
“Now we have 7-8 batters in our staff and few can clear any boundary. Some usually are not as highly effective however have talent. It’s about every participant enjoying their half and position and that’s what makes a staff thrilling.
“We do have energy hitters down the order in Pooran and Stoinis. Mayers up high takes the aggressive route and some of us need to assess the situations and persist with what works for them. Nearly giving them the boldness to do what they’re snug with.” Stand-in PBKS captain Sam Curran described the win as superb.
“Our spinners bowled properly. KG does what he does. Little bit of dew got here in however the wicket was providing a bit of for the bowlers. The best way Sikandar Raza performed was sensible. And the best way Shahrukh completed it, that’s what he’s in our staff to do. His position has been clear in our facet.
“Gamers who can hit sixes from ball one are harmful. You go from floor to floor – completely different dimensions – need to give you completely different gameplans.
“We’ve obtained so many choices which is beautiful to have as a captain. I’ve by no means performed it earlier than. Hopefully Shikhar is match quickly.”