Akash played a key role in the victory with figures of 3-26, removing Ruturaj Gaikwad, Sanju Samson, and Urvil Patel to put CSK under pressure early in the innings.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Speaking after the match, Langer said Akash fully deserved his success because of the effort he put into improving his game.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThe thing about Akash Singh, no one works harder on their game. He is literally the most professional player you\u2019ll ever see. When you see someone like him get the opportunity, you\u2019re so happy for him because he\u2019s worked so hard. You love seeing players get the rewards for their hard work,\u201d Langer said in a video released by IPL on X.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Langer also praised the opening pair of Mitchell Marsh and Josh Inglis, who put together a match-winning 135-run stand while chasing 188.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Marsh smashed 90 off 38 balls while Inglis made 36 as LSG chased down the target in just 16.4 overs.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The LSG coach revealed that the team had made changes in the batting order after struggling earlier in the season.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cFive games ago, our batting wasn\u2019t working. Mitch had been playing well. Aiden Markram selflessly moved down to number four, even though his numbers as an opener for South Africa and for us last year were elite, but we felt we needed a bit more energy at the top of the order and that they would complement each other,\u201d he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThey are good mates, they play for Australia, and both come from Western Australia. Josh played well in the last game, and Mitch played brilliantly today. Those partnerships were outstanding,\u201d he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Langer also called the IPL the toughest domestic T20 tournament in the world and stressed that every game carries pressure and importance.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThe IPL is such a competitive competition. It\u2019s the best domestic league in the world,\u201d he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cEvery single game is important, for the players, the team, the owners, and the families, whether it\u2019s the first game or the last game of the season.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThe IPL is such a competitive competition. It\u2019s the best domestic league in the world,\u201d he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cI think it was nice to play CSK twice in a few games, so we were very well prepared for them. It was nice to get the result,\u201d he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n