Ruturaj Gaikwad on learning the qualities of a leader from MS Dhoni
Veteran Indian spinner R Ashwin compares his graceful batting to “Prabhu Deva’s dance moves” and describes him as someone he would “pay to watch” all day on the nets. Kiran More, a former India wicketkeeper and selector, believes he will be the “future India captain.”
The 26-year-old, who scared a cunning 43-ball 58 and gave India the lead in the second Twenty20 International, has picked up a few tips from his Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain and downplayed all the expectations by labeling them “unnecessary hype.”
To be honest, I believe that playing a leadership role is a really difficult task. Take each game as it comes, Mahi bhai constantly advises. Keep your focus on the here and now and put your future worries aside. Everyone makes noise and hype about anything. I am not the type of person that actively monitors social media to find out what people are saying about me. This, I believe, is one of the qualities I picked up at CSK. After India’s 33-run victory in the second T20 in Dublin, he told reporters, “I am very much clear about giving my best on the field, going home, and hanging out with my pals.
Ruturaj, who will represent India in the 2018 Asian Games and plays for his state team Maharashtra in domestic cricket, feels that leadership varies from “person to person.”
“I view leadership as instilling the ten players on the field with the utmost confidence. I must put myself in their position and consider what they are experiencing and thinking. The hitters and bowlers occasionally have their own strategies and are genuinely considering the game from their point of view. I believe it is crucial to support them at such time. There is always a chance to reflect on what went wrong and how we could have played better after the game. Giving the players flexibility is more important to me in this game than anything else. Make sure they first support themselves. I think that having too many options also leads to confusion,” he remarked.
In the game
The Indian team is pleased to have won the series against a strong Ireland team, although the opening batsman acknowledged that the second ODI surface was a little slower than usual.
“Overnight rain made the pitch a little slower, and the nonstop rain for the past couple of days has made it a little moist. There was a soft tennis ball bounce, and it was little slower than average. The slower balls and cutters, in his opinion, were challenging to hit on this wicket because of the tricky back of the length to negotiate.
“I believe we played well in both games of cricket. Ireland is, in my opinion, a highly competitive team, and they performed admirably today as well; with a few more hits here and there, they would have been able to move closer to the goal. It doesn’t really matter if you win by a score of 3-0 or 2-1; the main thing is that you win the series, he remarked.
About Rinku Singh
It was Rinku Singh (38), who was undoubtedly a crowd favorite and gave India the finishing touch in the final over, who set the tone with a 71-run combination with Sanju Samson for the third wicket.
The vice-captain of India praised Rinku and mentioned the lessons that kids might pick up from watching him play.
“In the IPL, Rinku is already everyone’s favorite. He has displayed a lot of maturity in the way he has batted in the IPL, the speaker claimed.
“I believe that one of his distinguishing characteristics is that he doesn’t attack from ball one. In every circumstance, he allows himself time. He always evaluates the situation before engaging the bowlers.
“It’s beneficial to pick up tips from all the young players that aspire to be finishers. You should always take your time; you can always make up for it later.
He is adept at using the trigger. He was batting for the first time in international cricket, so it was a significant innings for him. I think this will really benefit him,” Gaikwad remarked.
On his innings, Gaikwad was forthright about the luxury of opening in the T20 format because it allows him to take a few early wickets and get comfortable.
“I feel like I have the luxury of eating up some balls upfront being an opener. Face 10 to 15 balls, then turn around and cover,” he said.
“It is challenging for hitters who are entering. There are typically less leftovers. occasionally 8 or 10. They can’t afford to play excessive amounts of dot ball. Being an opener, it is always a great idea to evaluate the wicket, act appropriately, and determine which shots you can and cannot play.
“I believe today’s wicket was on the slower side, so one batsman had to stay there until the 15th over or until the 17th and 18th. That was the strategy, he claimed.
Ruturaj Gaikwad, a supporting player, traveled to the West Indies with the Indian squad. Despite being a participant in all three formats, the right-handed batter was not given a match to play. He is content with whatever opportunity he is getting, but he is aware that it is difficult to join the primary Indian team.
“I place a lot of importance on this series. When you start the series from the first game, it makes a significant difference. You approach the situation with a lot of assurance, preparation, and the proper frame of mind. However, there are hitters who are performing exceptionally, so I think you can also understand when there is no room on the starting lineup. It is complicated,” he stated.
On Wednesday, the third T20 match will take place.
