With a convincing 81-run victory over the Lucknow Super Giants in the Eliminator, MI are now just one step away from the IPL summit clash, where they will take on the defending champions, the Gujarat Titans, in the second Qualifier on Friday. to determine the opposition for the Chennai Super Kings in Sunday’s final.
Green expressed his satisfaction with the team’s progress, particularly after their initial difficulties. He mentioned that even Captain Rohit Sharma had recognized MI’s tendency to start slowly.
“Obviously, all the experience he (Rohit) has gained for India and in the IPL, he knows that. I think MI never won the first IPL game, and he tries to bring it up to us,” Green shared in an interview with Estrella Deportes. .
“Obviously we got off to a slow start but you want to start peaking at this time of year. You don’t want to play good cricket and slow down now but to peak at the right time,” added Green, who contributed 41 runs. and two crucial run-outs in LSG innings.
Green highlighted the importance of batting alongside Suryakumar Yadav, stating that it was the easiest job in the world. He stressed the strategy of striking Yadav and capitalizing on loose deliveries.
“I think it’s probably the easiest job to bat with him. You have to strike him out, that’s the plan. And if you get a loose ball, you hit it,” said Green, who has scored 262 runs and conceded six. wickets, recognizing Yadav’s exceptional batting prowess.
Looking ahead to the upcoming match against the Gujarat Titans, Green hailed them as the best team in the IPL so far, acknowledging their strong performances and comprehensive approach to the game. He highlighted the impressive form of his leadoff hitters and the effectiveness of his spinning calves, Rashid Khan and Noor Ahmed. Green acknowledged that the Titans would present a tough challenge, but expressed optimism and confidence in his team’s abilities.
“It is a tough team, but we will go there with all the optimism,” he said.
As MI prepares for the crucial qualifier against the Gujarat Titans, Green’s contributions both batting and fielding have been instrumental in the team’s journey thus far. With his positive mindset and his belief in the team’s ability to peak at the right time, Green aims to play a vital role in MI’s quest for their sixth IPL title.
(With contributions from PTI)
