India captain Shreyas Iyer expressed sheer delight following his side's clinical 90-run victory over Zimbabwe in the second T20I at the Harare Sports Club on Saturday, adding that the series-clinching performance was a total team effort, something which left him feeling ‘exultant.’<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Riding on explosive half-centuries from Ishan Kishan and Tilak Varma, India posted a formidable 219\/5 before bundling out the hosts for 129 to claim an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. "I feel exultant, especially with the way we won today. It was a comprehensive victory and a brilliant contribution from each and every player.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
“Starting with the batting, I think the way Ishan and Tilak played was outstanding. A few of the shots they played were rakanaka (beautiful), and they were really pleasing to the eye. At the start, I felt anything between 180 and 200 would have been a par score, but we ended up getting 220, which was the icing on the cake.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
“So, brilliant contributions from both of them. Then, with the ball, as usual, the bowlers came in, executed their lines and lengths precisely and bundled them out for 130-odd. I think that basically tells you the story of the game," Iyer said at the conclusion of the game.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Speaking on the aggressive mindset instilled in the young line-up, Iyer threw light on the importance of staying present and seizing opportunities without carrying baggage from the past. "Yes, that's how you've got to approach the game. I feel it's all about the attitude. Don't dwell too much on previous performances.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
“Keep moving forward and, more importantly, stay in the present. You've got to maximise every opportunity you get. Tomorrow is another opportunity, so we're looking forward to it," he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Speaking on the aggressive mindset instilled in the young line-up, Iyer threw light on the importance of staying present and seizing opportunities without carrying baggage from the past. "Yes, that's how you've got to approach the game. I feel it's all about the attitude. Don't dwell too much on previous performances.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
"Let's see. We haven't decided yet, and I haven't spoken to the coach. Unfortunately, one of our players (Prince) picked up an injury, so there could be a couple of changes."<\/p>\r\n\r\n