MI vs DC: I don’t run after my players with stick in hand, says Rohit Sharma | Cricket news

DUBAI: Rohit sharma believes that his leadership style is not dictatorial, which is precisely the reason behind Mumbai Indiansgreat success in the Indian Premier League.
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An unrivaled Rohit led from the front in the demolition of the Delhi Capitals of the defending champions Mumbai Indians in the short form showdown summit here on Tuesday, giving them an unprecedented fifth title.

“I am not someone who will run with a stick behind someone. The only way to do that is by giving them confidence. So you have to find the right balance,” Rohit said at the post-match presentation ceremony when asked. about what kind of captain he is.
The humble leader recalled the back room staff and praised them for the work that goes behind the scenes.

“We couldn’t have asked for anything more, based on the first ball money and we never looked back. I think a lot of credit goes to the people who worked behind the scenes, they often go unnoticed.
“Our work started long before the IPL started, and we wanted to make sure we filled in the gaps in previous seasons,” added Rohit.
Skipper Rohit led from the front with a 68 of 51 balls as IM chased a 157 18.4 overs target, after Trent Boult (3/30) cut the Capitals down to 22 for three with an excellent display of fast bowling.
Rohit regretted the departure of Suryakumar Yadav, who looked in good condition.
“The kind of form he was in, I should have sacrificed my ground for Surya. But throughout the tournament he has played some incredible shots.

The entire tournament was played behind closed doors in the UAE amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
“Unfortunately we were unable to have the fans in the stadium. We miss playing at the Wankhede and hope we can return there next year,” said Rohit.
Thanks to the pandemic, the lucrative event was held without its usual glitz and glamor.
Delhi Capitals captain Shreyas Iyer said winning the title remains his goal, having reached his first final after 12 attempts.
“The IPL always surprises you, it is one of the most difficult leagues to play. I am overwhelmed to be a part of it, and I am very proud of my boys, the way they have played to reach the final, it is not easy.”
Iyer was happy to have reached the summit crash and believes that winning would have been the icing on the cake.
“Winning the IPL would have been better, but we will make sure to lift the trophy next year,” Shreyas said.

He also praised coach Ricky Ponting for his invaluable advice.
“The amount of freedom he gives us is outstanding. The way he motivates the players is just amazing. His team meetings and motivational speeches are quite incredible,” said Shreyas.
Man of the match Trent Boult, who fought DC with his first punches, was glad he delivered despite having a slight hiccup in the run-up.
“It’s been a good few months, giving the franchise a good start. With everything that is going on, I have been received well in the team. To have crossed the line, it has been worth it.”
Boult knew what his report was.
“Just another game, and I was clear on what I had to do. I tried to take some early ground, swing the new ball a little bit, that has been my role in the team,” Boult said.

List of awards:
Orange cap – KL Rahul (Kings XI Punjab)
Purple Cap – Kagiso Rabada (Delhi Capitals)
Player of the Final: Trent Boult (Mumbai Indians)
Emerging Player of the Season: Devdutt Padikkal (RCB)
Fairplay Award – Mumbai Indians
Game Changer of the Season: KL Rahul (KXIP)
Super Striker Award – Kieron Pollard (Mumbai Indians)
Let’s Crack it Sixes Award – Ishan Kishan – (MI)
Powerful Player of the Season – Trent Boult (MI)
MVP: Jofra Archer (Rajasthan Royals).