While there were 499 runs scored on a batting-friendly wicket, it was Axar's two-and-a-half catch that made the difference. Reflecting on his catches in the field, Axar explained the importance of saving runs and good catching on a tough wicket.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cIt was a very tough wicket for the bowlers, so as a fielder, taking catches or saving runs becomes very important,\" Axar told Jio Hotstar<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"The first one is one of my favourite catches because I was running backwards, which is always difficult as your vision can get a little unstable. At the last moment, I took a brief pause before completing the catch, and that helped me judge the ball better,\u201d He added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Axar's brilliance on the field proved to be important again in the 14th over when he combined with Shivam Dube to take a crucial catch near the boundary to dismiss England's dangerous all-rounder Will Jacks, which ultimately turned the momentum back on India's side.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThe second catch came at a crucial moment when the partnership was building. Initially, I felt the ball might go beyond me, but then I realised I could reach it. Credit also goes to Shivam Dube as we communicated well in that moment. These situations require quick decisions within a fraction of a second, and staying calm under pressure is extremely important,\u201d he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Axar also highlighted the decisive role played by Jasprit Bumrah with the ball in the death overs. Bumrah bowled a brilliant spell and gave away just 33 runs in four overs.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cWe knew the last two overs from Jasprit Bumrah would be crucial. On this wicket, the margin for error was very small. The way he delivered those yorkers under pressure shows why he is called the \u2018Yorker King\u2019,\" the 32-year-old noted<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"He knows exactly how to take the team out of difficult situations. Performing like that on such a wicket gives the entire team confidence. Everyone is contributing, and we are very excited heading into the final,\u201d he concluded.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Speaking about the team\u2019s batting start, Axar praised Sanju Samson for giving India early momentum, due to which the Suryakumar Yadav-led side posted 253\/7 in 20 overs.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cSanju has played two very good innings back-to-back. His experience is clearly helping him in these situations. Everyone has skill, but mental toughness is extremely important in matches like this. After the previous innings, his confidence has grown a lot,\" he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Speaking about the team\u2019s batting start, Axar praised Sanju Samson for giving India early momentum, due to which the Suryakumar Yadav-led side posted 253\/7 in 20 overs.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
India will now face New Zealand in their second consecutive T20 World Cup final to be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday.<\/p>\r\n\r\n