Raina: Dhoni's faith makes it easier
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After having played a key role in winning India a bilateral ODI series on England soil after a gap of 24 years, Suresh Raina is gearing up for his next assignment - the upcoming Oppo Champions League Twenty20 (CLT20) where he will don the Chennai Super Kings jersey. The left-hander spoke to TOI on his recent international performances, the preparation for the tournament, and what makes CSK such a consistent side.
You scored 160 runs, took four wickets in the ODI series against England and were named Man of the Series. What was the key to the success?
From gearing up mentally for the tour, to working on the basics and on the type of conditions one gets there, I was up for it. All I wanted to do was to go out there and express myself. I am quite happy with the way I performed, and more importantly, help India win.
You were supposed to be in Hyderabad ahead of CSK's first game, but made a surprise visit to Chennai. What's the reason for that?
The boys have been training here for the last few days, and I decided to be part of it. I wanted to spend some time with them before the start of the tournament. I batted at No 5 in England, and I wanted to have a hit since I would be batting at No. 3 for CSK.
What makes CSK such a consistent outfit over the years?
I think we not only have wonderful players who have done well over the years, but also been blessed with a great bunch of coaching and support staff. Our players share a special bond with them, and that gets reflected in our performances on the field.
One sees great on-field camaraderie between you and MS Dhoni. What's the secret to that?
Dhoni is one of the best skippers we have had across all formats. He has always supported me whether I was turning up for India or for CSK. Once your skipper shows such faith in your abilities, all you have to do is back it up with performances.
You scored 160 runs, took four wickets in the ODI series against England and were named Man of the Series. What was the key to the success?
From gearing up mentally for the tour, to working on the basics and on the type of conditions one gets there, I was up for it. All I wanted to do was to go out there and express myself. I am quite happy with the way I performed, and more importantly, help India win.
You were supposed to be in Hyderabad ahead of CSK's first game, but made a surprise visit to Chennai. What's the reason for that?
The boys have been training here for the last few days, and I decided to be part of it. I wanted to spend some time with them before the start of the tournament. I batted at No 5 in England, and I wanted to have a hit since I would be batting at No. 3 for CSK.
What makes CSK such a consistent outfit over the years?
I think we not only have wonderful players who have done well over the years, but also been blessed with a great bunch of coaching and support staff. Our players share a special bond with them, and that gets reflected in our performances on the field.
One sees great on-field camaraderie between you and MS Dhoni. What's the secret to that?
Dhoni is one of the best skippers we have had across all formats. He has always supported me whether I was turning up for India or for CSK. Once your skipper shows such faith in your abilities, all you have to do is back it up with performances.
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