Ashwin is a great leader, leaves no stone unturned, says Tye

NEW DELHI: Making his Indian Premier League (IPL) debut for Gujarat Lions towards Rising Pune Supergiant in 2017, Australian all-rounder Andrew Tye bagged a hat-trick - it's a memory he still cherishes. Tye in fact had astonishing figures of five/17 in his Four overs at hand the then Suresh Raina-led side a 7-wicket win in his maiden IPL outing.

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Due to his good show, Tye was once bought through Kings XI Punjab (KXIP) within the participant public sale final yr for a whopping Rs. 7.20 crore and the 'knuckle-ball' specialist impressed everybody along with his bowling and completed IPL 2018 because the Purple Cap holder. Tye claimed 24 wickets in 14 fits, together with three Four-wicket hauls.

Tye, who was once retained through Kings XI Punjab for the 2019 season, spoke to Timesofindia.com in an exclusive interview about KXIP's maiden title-winning chances this yr, KL Rahul and Chris Gayle as openers, his primary weapon, the 'knuckle ball' and more.

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You have been the Purple Cap holder final season. How has the 2019 season been for you up to now?

It is not that awesome compared to the final season. But I am giving my best possible. At the tip of the day, it is not about personal good fortune. I am in reality satisfied the team is doing just right. At occasions, it's frustrating sitting on the bench however it's the nature of the game. It is a team game. I am ready every time the team wishes me.

Chris Gayle, KL Rahul and Mayank Agarwal are the mainstay of the KXIP's batting line-up. How would you describe them?

They are amazing batsmen. Chris (Gayle) and KL (Rahul) be capable of adjust to any state of affairs within the game. If one flops, the opposite makes sure the run-rate assists in keeping going. Gayle is unstoppable. KL has an clever mindset. Mayank wishes simply a couple of balls to adjust, after that he turns into attack mode instantly. The three (Gayle, KL and Mayank) ease the power off for the team smoothly.

What has the enjoy of bowling along Mohammed Shami and Sam Curran been?

Shami has completed in reality neatly for India within the final two years. He adapts to stipulations temporarily. Shami has numerous enjoy and I would say he's a world magnificence bowler. Curran is younger and dynamic. It has been a just right enjoy sharing the nets with Shami.

You claimed a hat-trick to your IPL debut game in 2017. What do you remember maximum about that have?

It was once great. The memory of taking a hat-trick in my debut season will at all times be close to my middle. Coming to the IPL and taking a hat-trick was once a big factor for me. Sometimes I sit again and give it some thought, the feeling is awesome. It is going to be one in every of my best possible memories in cricket

Can the knuckle ball be referred to as your primary weapon?

My knuckle ball is one in every of my primary weapons once I bowl. I've labored a lot on that and it in reality is helping me once I bowl. I was brought up watching Brett Lee, Glenn McGrath and Andy Bichel. These guys have been awesome and I've learnt a lot from them. I've watched their videos. Ian Harvey as neatly. His slower ones, knuckle balls and yorkers have been amazing. I learnt a lot from those guys.

Do you suppose Kings XI Punjab can clinch their maiden IPL title this yr?

Yes indisputably. We have got a just right batting line up. We have world magnificence spinners. Ashwin is an excellent captain and an experienced spin bowler. He has got a great captain thoughts. Hopefully, we will make it to the general this time after which win the title.

What is your tackle Ashwin as captain?

He is a brilliant leader. He is well ready on the field. He leaves no stone unturned when it comes to taking out stats, watching videos to help the bowlers and batsmen. He comes up with different ideas. He is a brilliant leader and the men love him.