Man of the Match and one of India\u2019s best Mohit Khatri shed light on the environment in the dressing room, his experience playing against his brothers and the powerful impact RPL is set to have on the Indian rugby ecosystem.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"The first match was a draw but we are happy with the win in our second match. Hopefully, the winning cycle will continue. Let\u2019s see what happens in the upcoming matches, but the energy is great, and the team is coming together,\u201d Mohit said after the big win.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The RPL is a first-of-its-kind franchise-based rugby league which has enabled top stars from around the world to play together as teammates. Mohit, a seasoned Indian international himself, finds the experience of playing alongside foreign professionals highly rewarding.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"It\u2019s been a really good experience. I\u2019ve learnt a lot from the foreign players in such a short time, there\u2019s so much I can\u2019t even express in words. We are slowly beginning to understand what it means to play at world standards. Every match, every interaction, it\u2019s raising our level,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"The foreign players are incredibly down to earth. Whenever we approach them for advice, they respond, guide, encourage and even celebrate our small victories. The whole environment is very positive and supportive,\u201d Mohit added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Mohit isn\u2019t the only Khatri featuring in the RPL, as his brothers Prince Khatri and Neeraj Khatri are also playing against him for the Hyderabad Heroes and the Mumbai Dreamers, respectively. The brothers started their rugby story together in Haryana and were introduced to the sport by their eldest brother and former Indian rugby captain Vikas Khatri.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"We used to play sports like football and cricket when we were kids. One day, my elder brother Vikas told us to try something new and introduced us to rugby,\u201d Mohit recalled.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"We\u2019ve always played together but now, we\u2019re playing against each other, it is like exam time. Let\u2019s see how well I\u2019ve learnt from them over the years,\u201d he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Since it's the first season, the RPL has included a maximum of 30 Indian players in the league, however, Mohit believes with the growing popularity of the league among the masses, the number will increase a lot going forward.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"A lot of Indian players have reached out to me. The sport is still growing but this league will change that. As RPL\u2019s name spreads, more kids will get inspired. Next year, maybe there\u2019ll be 50 or 60 Indian players. We\u2019ll work hard to increase that number.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Lastly, Mohit sent out a warm message to the people and said, \u201cIf there are any kids in your neighbourhood or if there is anyone who is interested in playing a new game, our game is most welcome for all of you. Come and play our game, watch our league, and support us as much as possible.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The first game on Tuesday will see the Delhi Redz take on the Chennai Bulls. Delhi Redz is coming off of a draw in their opening match as they face an in-form Chennai Bulls side who have won two games on the trot.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Lastly, Mohit sent out a warm message to the people and said, \u201cIf there are any kids in your neighbourhood or if there is anyone who is interested in playing a new game, our game is most welcome for all of you. Come and play our game, watch our league, and support us as much as possible.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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