Dale Steyn wants players to keep their nerves in check during the big clash in Ahmedabad.
Former South African fast bowler Dale Steyn has offered invaluable advice to players, stressing the importance of not letting the magnitude of the occasion overpower them in the big clash between India and Pakistan at the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023.
Steyn shared his insights on the high-octane clash being played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Saturday (October 14). The legendary pacer said that players tend to exert themselves excessively in high-pressure matches, which leads to an unwanted outcome.
The iconic South African fast bowler, renowned for his fierce pace and ability to handle pressure situations, wants players to keep their nerves in check and enjoy the big moment during the CWC 2023 match between India and Pakistan in Ahmedabad.
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Dale Steyn said on ESPNcricinfo: “Yes, I mean it can take away from the way you normally play. You kind of think I’m playing against this team, and I want to be man of the match, and end up doing more than you’re required to, and that’s when you find guys trying too hard, and that where you just kind of lose it. Whereas if I just come in, do what I have to do, just play my part, then everything will unfold.”
Meanwhile, the former Indian spinner Anil Kumble said that it is important for the players to stay relaxed and have fun.
He said, “You don’t want to do things differently just because it’s India- Pakistan. And the around has been only just two days, so one day of travel, that too of course one day before the match.”
Kumble signed off by saying, “Whether you want the entire team to be together at practice, even if it is not just a net, but maybe just to get a feel of the ground and maybe a fun game together.”
(With ESPNcricinfo Inputs)