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VVS LAXMAN Published on 9.4.18 Spin, Grit and Spirit Emerge Winners VVS LAXMAN Published on 9.4.18 Spin, grit and spirit emerge winners against Mumbai Indians What a game to start off Season 11 of the Indian Premier League! There was so much anticipation and hype in the build-up to the opening game that anything less than what we got at the Wankhede Stadium would have been an anti-climax. Chennai Super Kings’ victory over defending champions Mumbai Indians typified what the Twenty20 format in general, and the IPL in particular, stand for. A rookie leg-spinner came out of nowhere and hijacked the attention. Mayank Markande will remember this night for a long time, bowling to such established superstars as Ambati Rayudu and MS Dhoni and even hoodwinking the latter. But it was Dwayne Bravo’s never-say-die spirit and Kedar Jadhav’s grit under great physical discomfort that carried the night for Chennai. On their return after two years, the Super Kings pulled off one of the great coups in IPL history, thanks largely to the brilliance of Bravo whose six-hitting skills were a sight to behold. Also, for the first time, there was so much support for the visiting team in Mumbai, and I put that down entirely to the charismatic presence of MS. We at Sunrisers Hyderabad have never been short of support at our base in Uppal. Our fans have stood by us through thick and thin, and been our unofficial 12th man, energetically driving us forward. We are thankful for their patronage, and as we gear up for our first game against Rajasthan Royals on Monday night, we will do our best to keep them happy and in good spirits. Our preparations have been excellent despite the heavy rain in Hyderabad. We came away from the auction happy with our acquisitions, which make us a stronger, well-rounded side. Quite obviously, the loss of David Warner in unfortunate circumstances is a big blow, that is stating the obvious, but we feel that even so, we have the resources to mount a strong challenge. Kane Williamson is a wonderful batsman and an inspirational leader, and we are confident he will ensure a seamless transition. The depth in our batting and the variety in our bowling means we have the luxury of playing different combinations depending on the conditions and the opposition without having to make compromises. Twenty20 cricket is all about momentum and getting on a roll. We have two matches in our backyard before we start travelling, and as a group, we would love to get two wins under our belt so that we can carry that positive energy with us when we hit the road. Published on 14.4.18 Depth in squad making its presence felt The two wins that Sunrisers Hyderabad were looking for before we hit the road have come our way, though I must say that we almost made a meal of a regulation chase against Mumbai Indians on Thursday! Right from the auction, I have reiterated the depth in our squad, and that is already beginning to make its presence felt. The bowling group has stood up remarkably well in our first two home games. The best part is their approach; they are always looking for wickets, and I feel there is no better dot ball than the one that has a W to go with it. There is experience, plenty of skill and versatility, and even when we lost Bhuvi to injury in our second match, Sandeep Sharma stepped up beautifully. I am particularly delighted at how well Shikhar has been batting. The notable feature is his mindset. He is not trying to just accumulate but is intent on pouncing on the bowling. It’s a mindset that has been a stunning feature in international cricket since the Champions Trophy last year, and it is great to see him continue in similar fashion. I expect him to continue to stack up the runs because I know how hard he has worked on his technique as well. He is a lot more balanced at the crease, which allows him to score freely on both sides of the wicket. He is a complete package now, on top of his game, and that is wonderful both for us at Sunrisers and for the national team. Kane Williamson has led the team expertly, attacking constantly and setting excellent fields. It was also nice to see Deepak Hooda take responsibility during that collapse against Mumbai and guide the team home. We have invested a lot in him in the last two or three years, and to see that investment pay off is heart-warming for the Sunrisers family. The continued success of Mayank Markande showcases the best of IPL, a tournament that allows relative unknowns to become overnight heroes. He is not even a regular member of his Punjab state side, yet the confidence with which he has bowled in his first two games is remarkable. Long may his run continue. The first week of the IPL has thrown up entertaining cricket, as per norm, though it will be sad for the Chennai fans not to be able to see their favourite sons in action on their own turf for the rest of the season. I truly feel for them. Published on 19.4.18 Beating the home team, away from home It’s only been four days since our first ever win against Kolkata Knight Riders at the Eden Gardens, but so much has transpired subsequently that it almost seems like a lifetime. For Sunrisers Hyderabad to translate their home form into results away from Uppal was crucial, and I was proud of the way we went about our task against a strong team that is even more formidable in its own backyard. Once again, it was the bowlers who set the tone, after which the calm and intelligent Kane Williamson masterminded the chase. When things got a little tricky towards the end, we could fall back on the experience and familiarity with the conditions of Shakib and Yusuf Pathan, both formerly of KKR. Manish Pandey has had a quiet time with the bat, but he reiterated his value with two spectacular catches. Not only at Sunrisers but across franchises, there is tremendous emphasis on fielding and catching. Within teams, players compete with each other in setting standards, and it is no accident that India are one of the best fielding sides in world cricket. Next up for us, on Thursday, are Kings XI Punjab, in their own Mohali den. They have already showed what a balanced team they are, and while we are brimful of confidence after three straight wins, we know we will be in for a scrap. Punjab gave Chris Gayle his first game of the season in their last encounter against Chennai Super Kings, and what an innings the big man played! In fact, that match produced two glorious knocks, MS making light of a back injury to nearly nudge his team over the line. Each time one of these legends fires, it is a master class for the youngsters in the changing room and those watching on TV. There is so much to learn from and admire about the way they go about their jobs. The batting stars of the tournament thus far have been proven IPL performers – Gayle, MS, Sanju Samson, Andre Russell, Shikhar, Rohit, AB and Virat. The newcomers, especially from overseas, have found the going slightly difficult on unfamiliar pitches, but I am sure it is only a matter of time before they find their bearing. So many sixes have been struck this tournament, mainly off fast bowlers, that it is mind-boggling. The margin for error for the quick is miniscule. By contrast, spinners, and especially wrist-spinners, have had great success, even with short balls. That is not a new trend in T20 cricket; every year, the IPL serves to highlight the importance of wicket-taking wrist-spinners, which is great news for the sport. Published on 25.4.18 Proud of the team, will perform to potential The topsy-turvy nature of the IPL has reared its head. After three excellent wins, suddenly we have lost two matches in a row, but I feel there is no reason to start panicking within the Sunrisers Hyderabad set-up. While the disappointment of losing a close game will always linger, I feel proud of the way the team fought back from a difficult position against Chennai Super Kings. We lost three wickets in the Power Play while chasing 183. To bounce back and only lose by four runs was a top effort. Unsurprisingly, the revival was masterminded by our excellent captain, who once again showed what a class act he is. Kane Williamson’s intelligence and character were on full view, and I am sure his inspirational batting will rub off on the rest of the group. Yusuf Pathan produced the kind of innings he is known for, showing that he is still more than capable of changing the course of a game within a few deliveries. We could of course do with more runs from the other batsmen, and the management group has the utmost confidence that they will start firing very soon and will play an important role as the tournament goes deeper. We are now headed into the middle period, which to me is the most crucial phase. If we can string together a couple of wins and make a move up the table, we won’t have to play with the pressure of qualification hanging over our heads towards the end of the league phase.
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