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Cant Carry The Fear Of Failure: Ishan Reflects On SRHs 'mindset' After Big Win Over DC

Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium: Sunrisers Hyderabad captain Ishan Kishan credited mindset and clarity of thought as the defining factors behind his teams dominant run in IPL 2026, following their emphatic 47-run victory over Delhi Capitals at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium. SRH rode on a sensational unbeaten 135 from Abhishek Sharma to post a daunting 242/2, before producing a disciplined effort with the ball to seal their third consecutive win and climb to third on the points table. Speaking after the match, Kishan underlined how mental strength and consistency in approach have been central to SRHs resurgence this season. At this level, skill sets are quite similar. The real difference comes from mindset. For me, it was about improving how I reset between games, whether after a good performance or a bad one. Staying focused, hungry, and mentally present is key. You cant carry the fear of failure, if that thought comes in, you have to overcome it and stay positive. Over time, that awareness grows, and you start understanding your game better. Its about learning from your experiences but making sure you dont repeat the same mistakes, he told JioStar. Kishans comments come in the backdrop of a clinical all-round performance from SRH, where their batters dominated proceedings before the bowlers held their nerve despite a spirited response from Delhi. At this level, skill sets are quite similar. The real difference comes from mindset. For me, it was about improving how I reset between games, whether after a good performance or a bad one. Staying focused, hungry, and mentally present is key. You cant carry the fear of failure, if that thought comes in, you have to overcome it and stay positive. Over time, that awareness grows, and you start understanding your game better. Its about learning from your experiences but making sure you dont repeat the same mistakes, he told JioStar. Also Read: Live Cricket Score My relationship with the bowlers is about keeping things simple and positive. With someone like Sakib Hussain, theres a natural understanding, and Ive told him to stay relaxed. This is T20 cricket, everyone gets hit. What matters is how you come back. Even if an over doesnt go well, its important to reset, stay calm, and focus on the next opportunity. If you can pull things back later in the game, he said. Article Source: IANS