CHENNAI: Dinesh Karthik is no novice with regards to coping with pressures of captaincy. Karthik, a typical fixture within the IPL set up within the final decade, has guided Tamil Nadu to victory within the Vijay Hazare Trophy in 2009-10, helped India Red to title-win within the final Duleep Trophy and has been on the helm of his state side in a couple of home tournaments.
However, this is neither Tamil Nadu nor a Duleep Trophy side. Karthik is about to be on the helm of two-time IPL champions Kolkata Knight Riders and has succeeded Gautam Gambhir, some of the a hit captains in IPL. Skipper Karthik must take care of a star-studded dressing room, which includes the likes of Sunil Narine, Mitchell Starc and Andre Russell. If that wasn’t sufficient, he will also must take care of the huge expectancies of the emotional enthusiasts who can be chanting korbo, lorbo, jeetbo re on the Eden Gardens.
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To add to the force, the giant screen will stay reminding the 32-year-old wicket-keeper of his iconic co-owner Shah Rukh Khan each time a wicket falls or a boundary is scored.
Karthik, although, is definitely acutely aware of the demanding situations that lay forward and can be keen to select the brains of KKR coach Jacques Kallis. "At this point I am a little nervous and at the same time excited as well. It's a very young side. There are few very interesting talents from India Under-19 that we have picked up. Things have come in really fast to me and I am looking forward to it," Karthik, who is a part of the Indian team for the Nidahas Trophy tri-series, mentioned of his new function.
For Karthik, his "fearless" way can be a very important element in his leadership e-book. TN coach Hrishikesh Kanitkar mentioned that Karthik's "high energy levels" on the box must have been one of the most key components which will have tilted KKR's choice in his favour.
"He knows the IPL set up and will be a fearless captain. That's how he approaches his batting. He should back his instincts no matter what the results are in the first few games. When you are leading, there will be a few people saying things. He has to understand that and then back his call. His enthusiasm and chirpiness on the ground is critical. I think that's one quality of Karthik which would have made KKR take the decision," the previous Pune Supergiant assistant coach told TOI.
Karthik's never been one to apply orthodox strategies with the bat. His former statemate S Badrinath, who has played under Karthik's leadership, mentioned his approach to captaincy can be no different to that of his batting. "I know captain Karthik and he doesn't go by the books. He is strategically innovative, trying out different things. He thinks on his feet and is a complete modern day cricketer. At this stage of his career, this is a great opportunity for him. There will be pressure but I'm sure he will embrace this challenge," mentioned Badrinath.
KKR have reasonably a couple of teenagers in their squad. Both Badrinath and Kanitkar really feel that Karthik's "approachable and friendly" nature in coping with kids will help KKR. "He is definitely a skipper for the youngsters. He loves being around with youngsters and passing on knowledge. He will back them and give them freedom to express themselves. That's a good thing for KKR," Badrinath added.
However, this is neither Tamil Nadu nor a Duleep Trophy side. Karthik is about to be on the helm of two-time IPL champions Kolkata Knight Riders and has succeeded Gautam Gambhir, some of the a hit captains in IPL. Skipper Karthik must take care of a star-studded dressing room, which includes the likes of Sunil Narine, Mitchell Starc and Andre Russell. If that wasn’t sufficient, he will also must take care of the huge expectancies of the emotional enthusiasts who can be chanting korbo, lorbo, jeetbo re on the Eden Gardens.
ALSO READ: Dinesh Karthik appointed Kolkata Knight Riders captain
To add to the force, the giant screen will stay reminding the 32-year-old wicket-keeper of his iconic co-owner Shah Rukh Khan each time a wicket falls or a boundary is scored.
Karthik, although, is definitely acutely aware of the demanding situations that lay forward and can be keen to select the brains of KKR coach Jacques Kallis. "At this point I am a little nervous and at the same time excited as well. It's a very young side. There are few very interesting talents from India Under-19 that we have picked up. Things have come in really fast to me and I am looking forward to it," Karthik, who is a part of the Indian team for the Nidahas Trophy tri-series, mentioned of his new function.
For Karthik, his "fearless" way can be a very important element in his leadership e-book. TN coach Hrishikesh Kanitkar mentioned that Karthik's "high energy levels" on the box must have been one of the most key components which will have tilted KKR's choice in his favour.
"He knows the IPL set up and will be a fearless captain. That's how he approaches his batting. He should back his instincts no matter what the results are in the first few games. When you are leading, there will be a few people saying things. He has to understand that and then back his call. His enthusiasm and chirpiness on the ground is critical. I think that's one quality of Karthik which would have made KKR take the decision," the previous Pune Supergiant assistant coach told TOI.
Karthik's never been one to apply orthodox strategies with the bat. His former statemate S Badrinath, who has played under Karthik's leadership, mentioned his approach to captaincy can be no different to that of his batting. "I know captain Karthik and he doesn't go by the books. He is strategically innovative, trying out different things. He thinks on his feet and is a complete modern day cricketer. At this stage of his career, this is a great opportunity for him. There will be pressure but I'm sure he will embrace this challenge," mentioned Badrinath.
KKR have reasonably a couple of teenagers in their squad. Both Badrinath and Kanitkar really feel that Karthik's "approachable and friendly" nature in coping with kids will help KKR. "He is definitely a skipper for the youngsters. He loves being around with youngsters and passing on knowledge. He will back them and give them freedom to express themselves. That's a good thing for KKR," Badrinath added.
IPL: Task cut out for KKR skipper Dinesh Karthik
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