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Q&A with the Indian Captain Suryakumar Yadav after India vs Pakistan Super Four clash
Q: The team's fielding seems to be an issue, especially with dropped catches. What do you think is the reason for this?
A: Yes, the fielding wasn't great. The percentage of dropped catches is quite high, and we've seen it even in the Champions Trophy final. The fielding coach has already sent out an email for a meeting. While it's disappointing, it’s also a part of the game. I’m okay with it because it’s better that this happened in the first game. We have more crucial matches ahead of us.
Q: You’ve been watching Abhishek for a long time. What makes him so special, and what has he been doing right over the past six months?
A: I believe he is a selfless batsman. Even after the powerplay, he maintains his aggressive style, but what makes him stand out is his ability to analyze the game. He understands what the situation demands and anticipates which bowlers are coming on. He takes it one game at a time, and most importantly, he never misses a practice session. He's always on the ground, ready to work hard, and when you do that, God always has a plan for you.
Q: What was the plan behind the chase? And what’s the secret behind the opening partnership of Abhishek and Shubman?
A: The wicket today was better for batting and it stayed that way for the entire 40 overs. When we played here last, the wicket was a bit different. Regarding the partnership, I call them a "fire and ice" combination. They complement each other brilliantly. If one is batting aggressively, the other can take a backseat, rotate the strike, and give the striker the flow. They both batted beautifully and gave us a much-needed great start.
Q: Is the wicket getting slower as the tournament progresses?
A: From my perspective, the wicket has actually gotten better since our last game here. It was a bit harder today, which made it easier to bat on. I think the team that plays well between the 7th and 15th overs, as well as at the death, will have an advantage. In the powerplay, the ball is hard and you can time your shots, but after that, you need to bat smarter. I think we did that today, which is why we came out on top.
Q: Are the floodlights a factor in the dropped catches?
A: Not really. We had a few practice sessions under the lights, and we worked on our fielding. We can’t use that as an excuse. If we drop catches, we go back to the drawing board, have another good practice session, and come back for the next game.
Q: On a lighter note, it seems that Shubman and Abhishek are always together, whether in practice or in the dugout. What's the story behind that? Also, Shubman is back in the T20 team. How is he bringing new elements, like the reverse sweep, into his game?
A: It's important for opening partners to be good friends off the field. When you bat together, that bond helps. You don’t have to say anything; you can just look at each other and know when to take a cheeky single or when to offer support if one is struggling. Their friendship really shows when they are batting together.
As for Shubman, everyone knows what he brings to the team. The most important thing about him is that he knows how to score runs. Today, he played high-reward, low-risk strokes. He's been practicing the reverse sweep a lot, and I was really happy to see him pull it off in the game.
Q: Jasprit has also returned to the T20 international side after a long time. Does it take longer to get back into rhythm when playing for the country compared to the IPL?
A: Not at all. He has a lot of experience playing T20 cricket for India and in the IPL. He’s a quick learner and is experienced enough to know what is needed from him. He has a fantastic body language and spreads positive energy. That's what we want from our senior bowlers.
Q: You chose to field first after winning the toss. What was your thought process, and was Fakhar Zaman's dismissal the turning point of the match?
A: I chose to field because I felt the wicket would remain consistent for the entire 40 overs, and it did. Wickets often play better under lights.
As for the turning point, I think it was after the first 10 overs. Our bowlers came back with a different body language, changed their line and length, and understood what the situation demanded. The spinners bowled well, and in my opinion, Shivam Dube’s spell was the turning point of the game.
Q: You’ve been promoting Shivam Dube. What does he bring to the table, especially after completing his full quota of four overs today?
A: He's been working very hard on his bowling in practice. This was the perfect opportunity for him to show what he can do. He always wanted to bowl at least two overs, and today he bowled his full quota. He was very happy and had very clear plans, which makes my job easier.
Q: You promoted yourself from No. 11 to No. 3 today.
A: No. 11? I didn't get to bat today at all!
Q: Going forward, with back-to-back matches, how will you manage workload, especially for the bowlers?
A: Everyone needs to be flexible in their batting roles, except for the openers. We have a good mix of left-handers, right-handers, and power hitters. Flexibility is key. This team will be dangerous if players are willing to adapt and contribute with small but impactful scores.
Q: Has Shivam Dube worked on his bowling, as he seems to be getting more bounce recently?
A: Look at his size! How could he not get bounce? He's been working extremely hard on his bowling. He bowls a lot in the nets to all the proper batsmen, even sometimes with the new ball. His preparations are always on point, and he is always ready to deliver for the team.
Q: There is a lot of discussion about the rivalry between the two teams. Do you feel Pakistan competed better today?
A: I think we should stop talking about rivalry. When two teams play 15-20 matches and the score is 7-7 or 8-7, that's a good rivalry. When it's 13-0 or 10-1, it's not a rivalry anymore. That being said, I do feel we played better cricket between the 7th and 15th overs, both with our batting and bowling.
Q: The team's fielding seems to be an issue, especially with dropped catches. What do you think is the reason for this?
A: Yes, the fielding wasn't great. The percentage of dropped catches is quite high, and we've seen it even in the Champions Trophy final. The fielding coach has already sent out an email for a meeting. While it's disappointing, it’s also a part of the game. I’m okay with it because it’s better that this happened in the first game. We have more crucial matches ahead of us.
Q: You’ve been watching Abhishek for a long time. What makes him so special, and what has he been doing right over the past six months?
A: I believe he is a selfless batsman. Even after the powerplay, he maintains his aggressive style, but what makes him stand out is his ability to analyze the game. He understands what the situation demands and anticipates which bowlers are coming on. He takes it one game at a time, and most importantly, he never misses a practice session. He's always on the ground, ready to work hard, and when you do that, God always has a plan for you.
Q: What was the plan behind the chase? And what’s the secret behind the opening partnership of Abhishek and Shubman?
A: The wicket today was better for batting and it stayed that way for the entire 40 overs. When we played here last, the wicket was a bit different. Regarding the partnership, I call them a "fire and ice" combination. They complement each other brilliantly. If one is batting aggressively, the other can take a backseat, rotate the strike, and give the striker the flow. They both batted beautifully and gave us a much-needed great start.
Q: Is the wicket getting slower as the tournament progresses?
A: From my perspective, the wicket has actually gotten better since our last game here. It was a bit harder today, which made it easier to bat on. I think the team that plays well between the 7th and 15th overs, as well as at the death, will have an advantage. In the powerplay, the ball is hard and you can time your shots, but after that, you need to bat smarter. I think we did that today, which is why we came out on top.
Q: Are the floodlights a factor in the dropped catches?
A: Not really. We had a few practice sessions under the lights, and we worked on our fielding. We can’t use that as an excuse. If we drop catches, we go back to the drawing board, have another good practice session, and come back for the next game.
Q: On a lighter note, it seems that Shubman and Abhishek are always together, whether in practice or in the dugout. What's the story behind that? Also, Shubman is back in the T20 team. How is he bringing new elements, like the reverse sweep, into his game?
A: It's important for opening partners to be good friends off the field. When you bat together, that bond helps. You don’t have to say anything; you can just look at each other and know when to take a cheeky single or when to offer support if one is struggling. Their friendship really shows when they are batting together.
As for Shubman, everyone knows what he brings to the team. The most important thing about him is that he knows how to score runs. Today, he played high-reward, low-risk strokes. He's been practicing the reverse sweep a lot, and I was really happy to see him pull it off in the game.
Q: Jasprit has also returned to the T20 international side after a long time. Does it take longer to get back into rhythm when playing for the country compared to the IPL?
A: Not at all. He has a lot of experience playing T20 cricket for India and in the IPL. He’s a quick learner and is experienced enough to know what is needed from him. He has a fantastic body language and spreads positive energy. That's what we want from our senior bowlers.
Q: You chose to field first after winning the toss. What was your thought process, and was Fakhar Zaman's dismissal the turning point of the match?
A: I chose to field because I felt the wicket would remain consistent for the entire 40 overs, and it did. Wickets often play better under lights.
As for the turning point, I think it was after the first 10 overs. Our bowlers came back with a different body language, changed their line and length, and understood what the situation demanded. The spinners bowled well, and in my opinion, Shivam Dube’s spell was the turning point of the game.
Q: You’ve been promoting Shivam Dube. What does he bring to the table, especially after completing his full quota of four overs today?
A: He's been working very hard on his bowling in practice. This was the perfect opportunity for him to show what he can do. He always wanted to bowl at least two overs, and today he bowled his full quota. He was very happy and had very clear plans, which makes my job easier.
Q: You promoted yourself from No. 11 to No. 3 today.
A: No. 11? I didn't get to bat today at all!
Q: Going forward, with back-to-back matches, how will you manage workload, especially for the bowlers?
A: Everyone needs to be flexible in their batting roles, except for the openers. We have a good mix of left-handers, right-handers, and power hitters. Flexibility is key. This team will be dangerous if players are willing to adapt and contribute with small but impactful scores.
Q: Has Shivam Dube worked on his bowling, as he seems to be getting more bounce recently?
A: Look at his size! How could he not get bounce? He's been working extremely hard on his bowling. He bowls a lot in the nets to all the proper batsmen, even sometimes with the new ball. His preparations are always on point, and he is always ready to deliver for the team.
Q: There is a lot of discussion about the rivalry between the two teams. Do you feel Pakistan competed better today?
A: I think we should stop talking about rivalry. When two teams play 15-20 matches and the score is 7-7 or 8-7, that's a good rivalry. When it's 13-0 or 10-1, it's not a rivalry anymore. That being said, I do feel we played better cricket between the 7th and 15th overs, both with our batting and bowling.
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