Lucknow Super Giants wicketkeeper-batter Mukul Choudhary revealed the advice he received from Virat Kohli. Notably, Choudhary-starring LSG will be up against the Punjab Kings in their last league game of the season at home, Ekana Stadium, on Saturday, May 23. Ahead of the game, Choudhary engaged in a conversation with Star Sports, where he revealed the advice he received from the legendary batter and former skipper of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
The 21-year-old revealed that Kohli told him the importance of finishing a game. “He told me that it is important to know how to finish a game,” said Choudhary. "Virat Kohli bhaiya told me, 'Whenever you play, finish the game. Everyone hits sixes these days, but you should know how to finish matches. When wickets are falling from one end, stay strong at the other end and finish the game for your team".
There is more mental pressure in IPL: Mukul Choudhary opens up on challenges faced being in IPL
The rising batting star opened up on the challenges that one faces while being a part of the Indian Premier League. He revealed how one has to overcome that come with playing in one of the biggest leagues in the world. The young find said that the mental challenge of performing in the IPL is far greater due to the scale of attention that the tournament attracts.
“There is more mental pressure in the IPL because more people are watching you. In some ways, things are easier here because you know the opposition bowlers, their strengths, and their plans. You have video analysis and data to prepare. In domestic cricket, you don’t have all that,” Mukul said on JioStar.
He also talked about the atmosphere surrounding an IPL game and called it as his biggest adjustment. “When I walked out for the real game, I didn’t feel much difference. The only new things were the crowd, the cameras, and being on live television. That created a little pressure, but it was manageable. I was ready for it,” he added.
