The Deccan Gladiators have one of the most destructive batsmen in world cricket, Andre Russell, and coach Mushtaq Ahmed explained that impressive players like him need as much time in the middle as possible so that they can positively impact the game.
“Andre Russell has the X-factor and you have to send him early,” the former Pakistan spinner said on the sidelines of the sixth edition of the Abu Dhabi T10. And I told him that he has complete freedom to do what he wants to do. In T10 or T20 cricket you have to take big decisions and hope that the plans pay off. And I am happy that our decisions have paid off so far Well done.”
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The former leg-break bowler also said that one of the most important factors in the game, no matter the format, is sticking to your basics. “You have to remember your basics and play the ball to the best of your ability. When you start thinking about the result, you lose focus from the basics. As a coach, it is my duty to tell the players not to lose their shape and focus and keep playing the shots of cricket.”
He further added, “Even if there are a few dot balls, remember a few big hits or a few good overs and you are back in the game.”
The Deccan Gladiators coach also touched upon the fact that all-rounders are among the most valuable players in the shorter formats. “In shorter formats like this, Hardik Pandya can be a very dangerous player, even someone like David Wiese can bat, bowl and field. These are the players who can be match winners.”
Asked how to counter the big-hitting batsmen, Ahmed said, “The wicket is important in a format like T10. Tabrez Shamsi and Zaheer Khan are examples of this. A few good balls will increase the pressure and keep you in the game and then you can get wickets. Basically, the role of the player should be very clear.”
“There is no time in T10 and you cannot slow down at all,” said Ahmed, who considers T10 to be the most difficult format due to time constraints.
Will the dynamic Indian batsman be Virat Kohli Do well in T10, a player who is technically sound, or does the format need more players who can improvise on the go? Ahmed said, ‘Both types of players can be successful in T10 cricket. An example is Moeen Ali, who plays good cricket shots. Roles should be clear. Nicholas Pooran hit a flurry of fours and then brought the momentum back. The most important thing is to have a clear idea of who has to do what.”
“It’s a game of temperament. You have to have a coach who has the best temperament. Sometimes you need someone to bide your time, while sometimes you need players like Andre Russell , who can go and express themselves.”
Talking about dealing with the most dangerous bowlers like Rashid Khan, the Deccan Gladiators coach said, “Don’t play the bowler, in T10 or T20 cricket, you have to play the ball on merit, not the bowler. You are not playing Rashid.” Yes, you are facing the ball. I think the batsman should see the ball and then hit the ball.
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