How do you keep cool on a regular basis? Umran Malik quizzes Mohammed Shami after Raipur ODI heroics

India vs New Zealand, 2nd ODI: Mohammed Shami, responding to an attention-grabbing query from Umran Malik, mentioned staying calm underneath stress will solely assist in executing his abilities higher. Shami gained the Player of the Match Award in India’s 8-wicket win within the 2nd ODI on Saturday.

New Delhi,UPDATED: Jan 22, 2023 12:20 IST

Mohammed Shami picked up 3 wickets in India’s 8-wicket win in Raipur (AP Photo)

By India Today Web Desk: Young tempo sensation Umran Malik had a possibility to interview Mohammed Shami, his fast-bowling hero after the 2nd ODI in opposition to New Zealand in Raipur on Saturday, January 21. After quizzing Shami about his heroics in India’s 8-wicket win, Umran requested the senior pacer an attention-grabbing query.

The Jammu and Kashmir quick bowler wished to know the key behind Mohammed Shami’s calm and composed strategy in high-pressure conditions. Umran requested Shami how he manages to sport a smile on his face each time he dons the India jersey.

Mohammed Shami, chatting with BCCI, shared the key together with his younger compatriot, saying {that a} calm thoughts, even throughout stress conditions, will solely assist executing his abilities higher.

“When you are playing the country, you shouldn’t take pressure on yourself,” Shami mentioned.

“You should keep in mind that you should keep trusting your skills, you can tend to get carried away when under pressure. But, when you keep your cool and keep trusting your skills, you have better opportunity to execute your plans. When you are doing well, then the importance of focussing is more.

“Keep your smile on, it is white-ball cricket, anyone can get hit. But preserve believing in your ability and regulate the pitch and bowl accordingly,” he added.

‘YOUR FUTURE IS GREAT’

Shami also offered a piece of advice to Umran, saying it’s not easy for batters to face the express pace of the young SunRisers Hyderabad bowler, but urged him to focus on getting his lines and lengths right.

Shami also said it’s important not to get bogged down when conceding runs on off-days in ODI and T20I cricket.

Umran, who bowls in excess of 150 kph, has played 7 ODIs and 6 T20Is for India and has picked up 21 wickets in his nascent carreer.

“You have a variety of spirit. Your future is nice, my finest needs to you. One recommendation for you, you’ve gotten a variety of tempo and it is not straightforward taking part in it. Just focus in your line and size a bit extra, if you get that in management, you will be on prime of the world,” he added.

Shami was the decide of the bowlers for India within the 2nd ODI as he picked up 3 wickets in his 6-over spell, conceding simply 18 runs.

India and New Zealand will meet within the ODI collection finale on Tuesday, January 24 in Indore.

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Jan 22, 2023