Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy- Mayank Agarwal: After a remarkable outing with the IPL franchise Punjab Kings, India opener Mayank Agarwal is all set to feature for Karnataka in the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2021-22 starting from November 4, 2021.
The 30-year-old batter, who has been a vital part of the Punjab Kings setup since 2018, scored 441 runs in 12 IPL 2021 matches at a remarkable strike rate of 140.44 and an impressive average of 40.09. Reflecting on his performance, Mayank said, “I am very happy with the performances I have put in for Punjab. Some big knocks against the top teams was a very satisfying feeling. There were a few learnings too, and that’s something I have worked on post IPL.”
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Pleased with IPL performance, Mayank Agarwal looking forward to good campaign with Karnataka
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy- Mayank Agarwal: Being a seasoned campaigner in the T20 format, Agarwal has scored as many as 3834 runs in 159 matches, including two centuries and 24 half-centuries. As the domestic season returns to action, the Bengaluru-born player will look to make the most out of the tournament and be in contention for a spot in Team India’s upcoming T20I series against New Zealand.
When asked about his role as an opening batsman and how he has matured over the years, the Karnataka batter said that he always tries to make the best use of the powerplay overs and enjoys taking responsibilities to bat through the innings.
“I have always tried to make the best use of the powerplay, and that was the role that was given to me. I am happy that I am able to do that for the side and also look to bat through whenever the opportunity presents itself. I enjoy taking the responsibilities to sometimes bat through the innings as well,” he said.
He further added, “I have also realised that if I can bat 20 overs, then I give my team the best opportunity to score a massive score, and that’s something I have been conscious about and looked to implement.”
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Pleased with IPL performance, Mayank Agarwal looking forward to good campaign with Karnataka
Having missed out on the top four in the previous season, the champions of back-to-back seasons (2018-19 and 2019-20), Karnataka is looking forward to redemption. They take on Mumbai in their first match of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2021-22 in Guwahati.
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy- Mayank Agarwal: Speaking about the team and their preparations for the tournament, Mayank said, “It’s a very talented team with a lot of players playing for the country and IPL teams. Everyone is hungry to do well and win tournaments for the state and that’s something that we have spoken about. We had a very good pre-season camp in Bangalore and played a few practice matches as well. We are looking forward to what lies ahead.”
Mayank will be seen opening with Devdutt Padikkal in the tournament. He stated that it will be a good opportunity for both the players and they will look to play with freedom.
“It will be a good opportunity for us to give Karnataka the start it needs, and play with freedom and express ourselves,” he signed off.
