Virat has told me to bowl all out
Six years after emerging in the domestic scene, pacer Navdeep Saini is no longer a raw talent
runs. He told me not to get defensive but look for wickets.
How do you deal with competition with so many quality fast bowlers there?
There is a lot of competition, but I see that as an opportunity. The bowling line-up we have is the best in the world right now. So, we don’t have to look elsewhere for competition. I always think about what I can do more to rise to the level of Bumrah, Shami or Ishant. The team management also comes into play. There is a process in place. We have been given clear roles and even if I don’t play a few games, that doesn’t mean I’m out of the scheme of things. The communication is really good.
India need a pacer who can bowl with the new ball and at the death for the T20 World Cup.
I try to be ready for every situation, whether bowling with the new ball or at the death. The goal will be to be a part of India’s T20 World Cup squad. But there is still some time to go. If I start thinking too much about the future, it will only put unnecessary pressure. It’ll be better if I prepare for one series at a time.
What is your plan for the Sri Lanka and Australia series?
I want to be consistent with the new and old ball. If I can execute my plans of hitting the lengths at the start and getting the yorkers right in the end, it really won’t matter who my opponents are.
If I’m mentally strong enough, then the match situation or opposition won’t be much of a problem.
What is the one thing you would like to add to your bowling?
Yorker, I need to perfect that art. Every time I see Bumrah, I get a feeling he is at a different level. I want to achieve a yorker like Bumrah has.