Having already played under Iyer in the IPL, Thakur said the existing understanding between the two has made his transition into the Indian dressing room smoother, with the captain fully aware of how best to utilise his skills.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cCaptain Shreyas Iyer knows my strengths well. He understands which phases of the game I am most effective in, whether it's the powerplay, the middle overs, or the death. He knows where I can contribute the most to help the team win,\u201d Thakur told JioStar.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The right-arm pacer said the rapport they built during their IPL stint together has carried over to the national side.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThat mutual understanding developed during the IPL when I spent time with him and discussed plans. I feel very fortunate because I have played under Shreyas bhai in the IPL, and now I will be playing under his captaincy in the Indian team as well. That continuity helps build a great bond,\u201d he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
According to Thakur, Iyer's confidence in his players has a direct impact on their performances, as he said, \"When your captain trusts your abilities, it gives you a lot of confidence on the field.\"<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The pacer also shed light on Iyer's captaincy style, describing him as a composed leader who remains unfazed regardless of the match situation and encourages bowlers to take ownership of their plans.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cIn my view, he is extremely calm. Whether we are giving away runs, bowling well, or having an off day with the ball, he never loses his composure. He stays calm even in high-pressure situations,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The pacer also shed light on Iyer's captaincy style, describing him as a composed leader who remains unfazed regardless of the match situation and encourages bowlers to take ownership of their plans.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cHe always comes directly to the bowlers and asks, 'What is your plan? What do you think is the best option here?' He doesn't impose his ideas. He listens first and then gives his input. That makes a huge difference. I would describe him as a bowler's captain, he trusts his bowlers completely and gives them the freedom to execute their plans,\u201d Thakur mentioned.<\/p>\r\n\r\n