\u201cNothing much, to be honest. I just try to keep things simple and execute the plans I have. I focus on who\u2019s batting at the crease, what their strengths are, and how they like to play. Then I react accordingly. I had my plans today and just stuck to them,\u201d Kuldeep said at the post-match presentation.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The spinner explained that his aggressive mindset from the very first ball often gives him the edge.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThe first ball is always a wicket-taking ball in my mind. You need to have that mindset \u2014 that you can get a wicket straight away. Whether the batter is new to the crease or already set, it\u2019s usually the first time they\u2019re facing me in the game, and that gives me a good chance to get on top.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Despite his strong performance, Kuldeep admitted he is still working on refining his craft. \u201cI still feel there\u2019s a lot of improvement needed in my bowling. Sometimes I try too many variations, and I\u2019m learning to manage that better. It\u2019s a process \u2014 learning day by day, game by game.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThe first ball is always a wicket-taking ball in my mind. You need to have that mindset \u2014 that you can get a wicket straight away. Whether the batter is new to the crease or already set, it\u2019s usually the first time they\u2019re facing me in the game, and that gives me a good chance to get on top.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Earlier, India\u2019s spin-heavy strategy proved decisive for the second game running. Left-arm wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav led the charge with figures of 3-18, while Axar Patel chipped in with 2-18. Varun Chakaravarthy had figures of 1-24, as the trio operated with remarkable control on a sluggish Dubai pitch to restrict Pakistan to 127\/9.<\/p>\r\n\r\n