In a remarkable display of skill and talent, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, the young emerging star of Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), has seized the spotlight with an outstanding batting performance in the recently-concluded Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 fixture against Delhi Capitals (DC). Raghuvanshi’s explosive innings of 54 runs off 27 balls played a pivotal role in KKR’s resounding 106-run victory over Delhi.
Acknowledgment of mentorship
Following his stellar performance on the field, Raghuvanshi has revealed the guiding influence behind his success – former Indian cricketer Abhishek Nayar. In a humble acknowledgment, Raghuvanshi expressed gratitude towards Nayar for his mentorship, attributing his remarkable growth in the game to the guidance received from the seasoned cricketer.
“He has helped me in everything, the way I think about the game, the way I work towards the game, the things I eat, the way I train, he is basically my guru and everything. That’s my relationship with him,” Raghuvanshi said in his post-match press conference.
Tribute to his guru
Expressing his deep respect and admiration for Nayar, Raghuvanshi dedicated his match-winning innings to his mentor. He credited Nayar for shaping his approach towards the game, from training routines to dietary habits, emphasizing the profound impact of their coach-player relationship.
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Coaching legacy
Notably, Nayar’s influence in the realm of cricket coaching has been steadily rising, evident from his pivotal role in nurturing talent and revitalizing the careers of seasoned players. Raghuvanshi’s acknowledgment underscores the significance of Nayar’s coaching philosophy, which focuses on rigorous training and preparation to excel in challenging circumstances.
Trust in instincts
Reflecting on his training regimen under Nayar, Raghuvanshi highlighted the simplicity and effectiveness of the practice sessions. He emphasized the importance of trusting one’s instincts on the field, a mindset cultivated through rigorous practice sessions tailored by Nayar to simulate real match scenarios.
“It was pretty simple, the way I have been practicing the past few weeks, the past few years with my coach Abhishek Nayar…the way he has made me practice, I didn’t really have to think too much when I went out to bat. I just batted with my instincts and I just trusted that. What I did during practice was enough, the way he has made me practice.. he has made me face tough circumstances during practice,” Angkrish added.
