The KKR attack led by Pat Cummins was led to the cleanup by Delhi Capitals hitters in their 18-run loss on Oct. 3 in Sharjah. But at the place where they have been camping, KKR expects a change in the match against CSK. We have been practicing here for a long time. It is like a place at home for us now. We have some experience in this area. They know how much to throw into this wicket, ”Tripathi said on the eve of the match against CSK.
“All the bowlers really contributed in our last game here (against the Rajasthan Royals). It’s a big field and it definitely changes completely from what we play in Sharjah. Our bowlers are up to the task and will give CSK hitters a hard time. “
CSK have rebounded after a hat-trick of losses, chasing 179 from Kings XI Punjab without losing a wicket in their previous match.
Veteran Shane Watson (83 not out of 53) and Faf du Plessis (87 not out of 53) conjured an incredible opening partnership to review the goal with 14 balls to spare on Sunday.
“It is an important game for us. They won the last game, they will have the momentum. But we will seek to start well, ”said Tripathi, 29.
Tripathi impressed on his KKR debut in the match against Delhi Capitals, as together with Eoin Morgan they kept KKR in pursuit after the team battled 122/6 from 13.3 overs. But bowlers from Delhi Capitals won the battle to the death for a thrilling victory in Sharjah.
“Morgan was calm and said to me ‘let’s do this and stay calm.’ We were playing a game but unfortunately we couldn’t finish ”, lamented Tripathi, who scored 36 of 16 balls.
However, he said the atmosphere in the camp was positive.
“It is more important to learn from your mistakes. There were many positives. In IPL, matches happen too fast and it’s a matter of a win and momentum returns. That is why it is important to look forward to the next match, ”Tripathi concluded.
