MOUNT MAUNGANUI: If AB de Villiers is defined for bringing the 360-degree style of play into cricket, then Suryakumar Yadav is taking that definition to another level with every belligerent outing in T20Is.
He credits his great run in T20Is this year to not ever getting ahead of the game. "I always try to not get ahead of the game and think that I am getting runs, so I will make these many runs because at that time, being in the present is important."
"If you think for a short period of time that I am ahead of the bowler or game, then a mistake can happen in planning. Human brain does think of ahead, but I think of being in present and try do that things in the moment," he said in the post-match press conference.
Along with his trademark strokeplay, it was the inside-out shots going over extra cover or using the pace of Lockie Ferguson which left the fans in awe both at the stadium and streaming the match from India.
"I also get amazed when I see some strokes after the match back in the room. Every time, I see the highlights, whether I am doing well or not on that day, I do watch the highlights. But I do get surprised after seeing those strokes," he added.
With a stable head position and awesome balance even while playing the jaw-dropping shots, Suryakumar also feels that his instinct while playing the match also plays a huge role. "You got to play the format irrespective of the situation you are playing. Most important thing is you should be having a gameplan in your mind, what the wicket is like, the ground dimensions, how the ball will travel etc. So, all these things, you got to keep in mind."
"Rest of the thinking, you have to do in practice sessions, and when you are sitting back in the room. If you can't think too much when you are in the game, you got to come with a little clearer mind, positive mindset and good intent while playing this format. Just enjoy yourself, that's it." IANS
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