RCB, currently on eight points, will look to further consolidate their position on the points table, and a win over DC would get them to reclaim top spot in the points table. \u201cMy strength is hitting that hard length consistently and making it difficult for batters to score. In T20 cricket, it\u2019s about executing that under pressure and adapting when needed.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cWith the way T20 cricket is going, the expectations on batters are very high. If you can build a few quiet deliveries, the pressure can shift quickly and create opportunities,\u201d Hazlewood said in the pre-game press conference, ahead of the clash where RCB will also don their iconic green jerseys as part of the franchise\u2019s \u2018Green Initiative\u2019.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Hazlewood, who returned from injury with a Player of the Match performance against Lucknow Super Giants, reflected on his recovery process. \u201cIt\u2019s been really pleasing to be back and contributing again. You learn a lot from time away due to injury, especially about respecting the recovery process. The focus has been on coming back fully ready and performing at this level.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThe other night, the pitch actually helped a little bit. It was hard to time the ball; the pitch was a bit up-and-down. If you\u2019re on a nice glassy pitch and everything\u2019s coming onto the bat nicely, then things have to change, and you try a few different things,\u201d he said. <\/p>\r\n\r\n
He also praised skipper Rajat Patidar\u2019s composure. \u201cHe\u2019s learning quickly and getting more confident as a captain. He\u2019s calm out there and manages his resources well, which is great for the team.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThe other night, the pitch actually helped a little bit. It was hard to time the ball; the pitch was a bit up-and-down. If you\u2019re on a nice glassy pitch and everything\u2019s coming onto the bat nicely, then things have to change, and you try a few different things,\u201d he said. <\/p>\r\n\r\n
Highlighting the balance in RCB\u2019s bowling unit, Hazlewood signed off by saying, \u201cWe\u2019ve got a really balanced attack, with everyone bringing something different. It\u2019s great to learn from each other, and that\u2019s been a big strength for us as a unit.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n