The background
With plenty of matches and nonstop traveling, the IPL can lead to a lot of workload. Many players also wander off and try new things in the IPL such as batsmen trying multiple fancy or unorthodox shots. The mindset with which an IPL match is played is a lot different than that required for an ODI, especially during a World Cup.
The positive thing about the IPL is that the players get a lot of game time and also get to share the dressing room with some of the best International talents. However, the negative part is excessive traveling, matches, nets sessions that can lead to fatigue and consequently injuries. The players also have to play in different conditions and temperatures due to the concept of home and away matches.
The heart of the matter
During a Press Conference ahead of the 1st T20I between India and Australia, Virat Kohli warned:
Chiku, as he is affectionately known, also stressed upon the fact that having the correct frame of mind is of paramount importance when playing Cricket’s blockbuster event - The World Cup. Kohli explained that the national team members know what the team requires of them. Hence, those players must make an attempt to ‘protect that mindset’ and ensure they are aligned to the team’s cause.
Kohli further suggested::
What’s next?
The IPL is slated to kickstart on March 23 with the first encounter being played between RCB and CSK at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. Meanwhile, the Men in Blue will be squaring off against South Africa in their first encounter of the World Cup - on June 5 - a little over 20 days after the conclusion of IPL 2019.
Only time will tell how the Indian players take Kohli’s advice of not picking up on the ‘bad habits.’
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