Cricket

IPL 2022: I can’t compare myself with them – Rajat Patidar on batting with Virat Kohli and Faf du Plessis

 

Royal Challengers Bangalore youngster Rajat Patidar has opined that he can’t compare himself with the likes of Virat Kohli and Faf du Plessis. Patidar has been a positive for RCB in the ongoing season as he has scored runs at a brisk pace while batting in the middle order.

The right-hander has scored 137 runs in four matches at an average of 34.25 and a decent strike rate of 135.64. In fact, Patidar made his IPL debut in the previous season but he could only score 71 runs in four matches at a strike rate of 117. However, he has looked more confident in his approach this season.

Patidar said it feels good to bat alongside great batters like Virat Kohli, Glenn Maxwell, and Faf du Plessis as they have all the experience under their belt and he is learning a lot from them.

Patidar said on RCB Match Day: “Feels good to bat with superstars like Kohli and Faf, who have been dominating international cricket. At the same time, I had to be focused on my own ability. I can’t compare myself to them, they have different kinds of abilities and mindsets. So, I was backing myself and was in my own zone.”

The Madhya Pradesh cricketer added that it feels good to contribute to the team’s success and he will look to continue the good show in the remaining matches.

“Feeling great with the way I am playing, placing, and timing the ball. It feels really good when you time the ball well and contribute to the team. I was just trying to keep things simple in my mind and in my practice sessions.”

Meanwhile, RCB has won seven matches out of the 12 games they have played. The Faf du Plessis-led team will face Punjab Kings at the Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai on Friday. If RCB goes on to win this game, they will all but confirm their berth in the playoffs.

RCB will want to tick the right boxes against Punjab and seal their place in the last four.

 

 

About the Author


Written by DafaNews

DafaNews brings you the most highlighted news in the world of Sports. It serves you up-to-date matches, scores, live streams, fantasy games and quizzes. Our news covers India's prestigious leagues and events – Premier League, Pro Kabbadi League, Cricket World Cup and many more. Follow DafaNews on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter,Telegram and Youtube for more updates.

Related Post
Share
Published by
DafaNews

Recent Posts

“Never expected a very easy run” – Gautam Gambhir reflects on his tenure as coach after IND vs NZ 2024 Test series defeat

India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir has admitted that he never expected a very easy run… Read More

October 31, 2024

Probably has a lot to do with playing on flat wickets in T20 – Gautam Gambhir on decline of good defensive technique in Test cricket

India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir feels T20 cricket has led to the downfall of a… Read More

October 31, 2024

India needs Mumbai Test win before Australia tour – Gautam Gambhir

Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir feels the Rohit Sharma-led team desperately needs to win the… Read More

October 31, 2024

I cannot say just the batters have let us down – Gautam Gambhir feels everyone should take responsibility for series loss against New Zealand

India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir refused to blame the batters after the team’s 2-0 series… Read More

October 31, 2024

It was insane – Bronny James after scoring his first NBA bucket

Los Angeles Lakers rookie Bronny James was on cloud nine after he managed to score… Read More

October 31, 2024

I’m happy with my team’s performance: Mohun Bagan SG head coach Jose Molina after win against Hyderabad FC

Mohun Bagan Super Giant head coach Jose Molina was delighted with the team’s performance after… Read More

October 31, 2024