Duleep Trophy: Musheer credits Pant, Gill after negating Kuldeep threat
What's the story
India's rising batting sensation Musheer Khan has attributed his successful performance in the Duleep Trophy to advice from senior players Rishabh Pant and Shubman Gill. On the opening day against India A, Khan scored an unbeaten 105, helping India B recover from a challenging position. He revealed that Pant and Gill had offered him valuable tips on how to handle Kuldeep Yadav's left-arm wrist spin.
Game plan
Musheer Khan's strategy and partnership with Navdeep Saini
Khan shared his strategy during the post-day press meet, stating that he focused on playing close to his body in overcast conditions. He aimed to bat for as long as possible without worrying about the runs. His efforts were supported by a strong partnership with Navdeep Saini, who helped him maintain confidence and focus on building a partnership when wickets were falling at the other end.
Strategy execution
Musheer Khan's successful handling of Kuldeep Yadav
Khan successfully faced left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav, scoring five of his 10 boundaries off him. He credited this success to the advice from Pant and Gill. "This is the second time I've faced Kuldeep bhai. Rishabh bhai and Shubman bhai gave me insights into which deliveries from Kuldeep would be effective and which ones I could score off," he said during the press meet.
Learning curve
Musheer Khan values learning experience from Duleep Trophy
The 19-year-old Mumbai cricketer also highlighted the learning opportunity provided by the Duleep Trophy. "Playing alongside and against senior players is a great experience. Observing their mindset, confidence, and preparation is helping me grow as a cricketer," Khan concluded during the press meet. This statement underscores his appreciation for the guidance received from experienced players like Pant and Gill in navigating challenging matches.
Knock
Sarfaraz Khan's brother Musheer hammers a solid century
Musheer is the younger brother of Team India's middle order batter Sarfaraz Khan. He got to his ton in the 74th over from 205 balls. The whole India B team applauded the teeanger for his heroics. Musheer had earlier smashed a hundred in the Ranji Trophy final. And now playing in his maiden Duleep Trophy game, he has smashed a another century.