Shikhar Dhawan, the Indian captain, is prepare to make difficult decisions because “I will take decisions to help the team.” The ODI series between India and New Zealand begins on Friday. And Shikhar Dhawan will serve as the team’s captain.
India defeated the Kiwis in the game’s shortest format. And now the Men in Blue are getting ready for a three-match ODI series that will begin on November 25. The team’s interim captain, Shikhar Dhawan, thinks he has improved greatly. And is undaunt by the prospect of having to make tough choices for the group.
A number of significant senior players, most notably Indian all-rounder Rohit Sharma. Have rest for the New Zealand visit. So Shikhar Dhawan, an experience opening batsman, has been given the duty of leading the side in the 50-over format. The southpaw made it obvious that he is relishing the opportunity to serve as club captain. And isn’t afraid to take risks for the good of the team.
“As you play more, you get confident in the decisions you take. Earlier, there used to be instances where I would give an extra over to a bowler out of regard (for him). But now, as I have matured, even if someone is feeling bad, I will take a decision that will help the team. If a bowler gets hit, it’s important to know when to speak to him. I will not do it when they are hot in the head, but instead approach them later and speak with care.”
Dhawan said.
I also understand when and how much to say to the players: Dhawan
Dhawan claims to have mastered the art of keeping optimum balance by addressing his players at the right time. Dhawan has guided India to series triumphs over Sri Lanka, South Africa. And the West Indies, and he will try to repeat against the Blackcaps in the forthcoming series.
“When you play music on a string instrument, if the string is too loose, it won’t sound right, or if it’s too tight, it will break. So it is a question of creating a balance. (As a captain) creating that balance is very important. You need to understand when to pull the string tight and when to leave it a bit loose. That is an art. It is a matter of timing.At this stage I also understand when to say things to the players and how much to say,”
he added.