Deepak Hooda played a key role in India’s victory against Sri Lanka in the T20I opener, scoring 41 runs off 23 balls with four sixes after coming in to bat at a precarious 77 for 4.
His performance earned him the player-of-the-match award. In a post-match press conference, Hooda discussed the challenges of batting at the No. 6 position and the potential for collapse.
He explained that as a lower-order batsman, it is important to be prepared for such situations and to try to build partnerships to bring the team back into a strong position.
Hooda also emphasized the role of a No. 6 or 7 batter as a finisher, and the need to play according to the situation and the pitch conditions.
He credited the spinners for stifling the top and middle order, and the settled wicket for allowing him to play more freely and execute his game plan.
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