NEW DELHI: Bangladesh pipped India by one wicket in a low-scoring opening one-dayer in Dhaka on Sunday. And one of many primary causes of India’s loss was the failure of the top-order batters. The skilled trio of Rohit Sharma, Shikhar Dhawan and Virat Kohli had a torrid outing that resulted guests placing up a lowly complete in opposition to the hosts.
As India gear up for the must-win recreation on Wednesday, opener Dhawan is assured of group making a robust comeback within the three-match collection.
“This is not the first time we have lost the first game in a series. This is quite normal, we know how to bounce back from these situations. We’re very, very confident,” stated Dhawan on the eve of the match.
“We have analysed where we need to improve. Surely, we will create more impact in the coming games. We are very positive and in a good space, we are looking forward to it,” the India opener stated.
Dhawan himself have had a lean patch within the current occasions, scoring only one half century in his final 9 outings. In the primary one-dayer he bought dismissed by spinner Mehidy Hasan whereas making an attempt a reverse hit.
Battling detached kind, Dhawan on Tuesday was seen engaged on his sweep shot and reverse hits. Team India head coach Rahul Dravid was additionally concerned with the 37-year-old in a particular session.
“It’s good to practice more. These shots will come handy in these conditions. Even in the World Cup in India where spinners will make an impact, those shots will be helpful. I always enjoy playing them. It’s good to practice more in these conditions,” Dhawan stated.
Talking concerning the positives, Dhawan stated Washington Sundar could possibly be groomed to change into a “great” all-rounder for India in future.
The 23-year-old might have drawn flak for his sloppy fielding, however he has impressed particularly within the ODI collection in opposition to New Zealand the place he scored his maiden half-century and likewise made a quick-fire 37 not out batting decrease down the order.
“He has been performing really well since the time he came back. Even in New Zealand he had an amazing knock and bowled really well. He’s a very good all-rounder, quite an impactful off-spinner and lower order batter.
“I’m certain the extra matches he performs, he will get extra skilled. He already had a really steady mindset. I’m certain he’ll do nice within the cricket world and for us.”
Talking about India’s rivalry with Bangladesh, Dhawan said: “The rivalry is at all times there with any group however with Bangladesh, they’re fairly emotional folks.
“They really enjoy and play with great intensity. It’s good fun, makes us more intense as well and keep us on our toes. It brings the best out of us,” he added.
(With inputs from PTI)
As India gear up for the must-win recreation on Wednesday, opener Dhawan is assured of group making a robust comeback within the three-match collection.
“This is not the first time we have lost the first game in a series. This is quite normal, we know how to bounce back from these situations. We’re very, very confident,” stated Dhawan on the eve of the match.
“We have analysed where we need to improve. Surely, we will create more impact in the coming games. We are very positive and in a good space, we are looking forward to it,” the India opener stated.
Dhawan himself have had a lean patch within the current occasions, scoring only one half century in his final 9 outings. In the primary one-dayer he bought dismissed by spinner Mehidy Hasan whereas making an attempt a reverse hit.
Battling detached kind, Dhawan on Tuesday was seen engaged on his sweep shot and reverse hits. Team India head coach Rahul Dravid was additionally concerned with the 37-year-old in a particular session.
“It’s good to practice more. These shots will come handy in these conditions. Even in the World Cup in India where spinners will make an impact, those shots will be helpful. I always enjoy playing them. It’s good to practice more in these conditions,” Dhawan stated.
Talking concerning the positives, Dhawan stated Washington Sundar could possibly be groomed to change into a “great” all-rounder for India in future.
The 23-year-old might have drawn flak for his sloppy fielding, however he has impressed particularly within the ODI collection in opposition to New Zealand the place he scored his maiden half-century and likewise made a quick-fire 37 not out batting decrease down the order.
“He has been performing really well since the time he came back. Even in New Zealand he had an amazing knock and bowled really well. He’s a very good all-rounder, quite an impactful off-spinner and lower order batter.
“I’m certain the extra matches he performs, he will get extra skilled. He already had a really steady mindset. I’m certain he’ll do nice within the cricket world and for us.”
Talking about India’s rivalry with Bangladesh, Dhawan said: “The rivalry is at all times there with any group however with Bangladesh, they’re fairly emotional folks.
“They really enjoy and play with great intensity. It’s good fun, makes us more intense as well and keep us on our toes. It brings the best out of us,” he added.
(With inputs from PTI)