IPL 2017 – We Have An Amazing Pool Of Talent – Zaheer Khan

Apr 11, 2017 at 11:41 PM

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IPL 2017 – We Have An Amazing Pool Of Talent – Zaheer Khan

Zaheer Khan is simply getting better with age and the statement was backed with another power packed bowling performance from the legendary pacer.

Khan, leading the Daredevils against the Rising Pune Supergiant in Pune, was exceptional with the new ball as he single-handedly derailed Pune’s steep run chase of 206, by dismissing both openers in quick succession. In all, Zaheer took three wickets and not even for a single delivery did he display any signs of rust.

The game, however, was highlighted by the sheer batting grace of Sanju Samson, with the Kerala youngster strolling his way to a maiden IPL century. After Samson’s efforts, South African all-rounder Chris Morris took over as he decimated Ben Stokes to remain unbeaten on 38 off just nine deliveries.

In the post-match presentation, Delhi skipper Zaheer Khan admitted that his team had gifted talent.

“This team has tremendous potential, we just need to back ourselves,” said Zaheer. “We have some amazing talent, you see Samson batting like that and Morris going at it in the end. It’s just about focusing on our processes. We have guys like Rabada and Shami and Jayant who has a Test hundred sitting out. It’s good to look at the bench and see that we have the firepower. I think I have strong muscle memory. Those 92 Test matches have helped me find the right length.”

“I am lucky to have the physios guiding me the right way and I am enjoying myself. We are a young side and we need to show that on the field, the energy needs to be visible. I try to push them a bit, but I think it comes naturally to them. We did a lot of things right in the first game. A win changes the atmosphere. It creates self-belief, and from that point of view, this is important,” Khan further added.

Sanju Samson was named the Man of the Match for his brilliant century and the shy lad was beaming with joy.

“Very happy to play this knock and very happy that the team won the match,” said Samson. “I am blessed to be a part of this team, working with Rahul sir and the rest of the support staff. I am in a very good space of mind and the people here have always backed me and encouraged me. I am very keen to finish innings and make my team win matches. I am learning about it and hopefully, I will get better in the coming years.”

Stand in skipper of the hosts, Ajinkya Rahane hoped for a quick turnaround from his unit.

“We thought 180-190 would we good on this wicket, but credit to Delhi for the way they batted, especially Sanju in the middle overs and Chris Morris in the end,” said Rahane. “I think our bowlers, I felt in the middle bowled very well. But in the last three overs, they got the momentum – Sanju, the way they carried the innings and those sixes by Morris. When you are chasing 200-plus, you need to take your chances. There are a couple of areas for improvement, still, early days in the tournament and I am sure we will learn.”

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