After impressing in domestic cricket and earning opportunities in LSG\u2019s middle order, Mukul admitted that the mental challenge of performing in the IPL is far greater due to the scale of attention the tournament attracts.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"There is more mental pressure in the IPL because more people are watching you. In some ways, things are easier here because you know the opposition bowlers, their strengths, and their plans. You have video analysis and data to prepare. In domestic cricket, you don't have all that,\u201d Mukul told JioStar.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The young batter explained that while preparation becomes more detailed in the IPL environment, the spotlight and expectations create a completely different challenge for newcomers.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"But the pressure comes from performing on a big stage in front of a huge audience, especially when you are new to the IPL. There is a little mental pressure. But if you stay calm and stick to your processes, it becomes manageable here too,\u201d he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Mukul has impressed this season with his fearless approach in pressure situations, quickly earning praise for his composure despite limited IPL experience. Recalling his IPL debut against Delhi Capitals, Mukul revealed that he did not initially expect to feature in the playing XI.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"I had no idea I would play the first match. I wasn't fully prepared for it. When I was told I might get a chance, and then finally that I was in the playing XI, my reaction was simple: 'Yes, I am playing.',\u201d he recollected.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The batter said constant preparation during training camps and internal practice games helped him stay mentally ready for the opportunity.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"Mentally, I was ready because I knew I had to do my job. You can't worry about when the opportunity will come. It can come at any time. So I kept preparing,\u201d Mukul added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The batter said constant preparation during training camps and internal practice games helped him stay mentally ready for the opportunity.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"When I walked out for the real game, I didn't feel much difference. The only new things were the crowd, the cameras, and being on live television. That created a little pressure, but it was manageable. I was ready for it,\u201d he noted.<\/p>\r\n\r\n