All we have done all our lives is play cricket – KL Rahul on his mindset

KL Rahul played an instrumental part in leading the Indian side in the first two ODIs that saw the hosts clinching the series with an exalting display. Ever since his return, KL Rahul has been in extraordinary touch and the kind of knocks that he has put together have evoked praises from the fans.

Former Australian cricketer, Mark Waugh, was inquisitive of Rahul’s workload and as a response, the Indian star made it clear that he has been doing this for quite a long time and he feels a lot fresher now ever since his return.

Talking on an interview aired by the broadcasters, Rahul said, “I've come back really fresh, I've had a lot of juice in me so no complaints on that front.” 

Rahul was dominant throughout the series against Australia as he smashed a couple of half-centuries in the first two games while also contributing with 26 in the final match of the series. 

The Indian wicket-keeper further added, “It has been really challenging physically. The weather and conditions in Colombo were what we thought would be the worst we could get but then we turned up in Mohali... I said this after that game as well, I said in the huddle ‘We’ve come from Colombo, this can't be worse.' It is Mohali, it must be pleasant. Three overs later, when Mitch Marsh got out everybody looked at each other and said skip, you've made the worst decision by opting to bat. It is a good challenge that we get used to it because we will have similar conditions to deal with in the World Cup.”

He concluded by talking about his confidence since his return, stating, “When you are away from the game for that long you get a lot of time to reflect on yourself, on your batting and technique. All we have done all our lives is play cricket so there is nothing else to think about, nothing keeps you busy. After you finish training we are at home thinking about cricket and how we can get better the time I spent at home helped me understand how I can play my role better. You walk in after a long period with no baggage and you try to enjoy yourself and that is what I have done. Happy that I could get a few good knocks, does a world of good for the confidence.”