IPL 2022: Stay True To Identity And Keep Being Aggressive - Daniel Vettori's Advice To PBKS After Batting Debacle

Former New Zealand captain Daniel Vettori backed Punjab Kings (PBKS) aggressive batting style, stating that they need to continue with the same approach despite a few results going against them.

PBKS was blown away by Delhi Capitals (DC) in their previous game after the batters could only muster 115 on the board. There were plenty of poor strokes from the Punjab players, leading to remarks on their style of play.

“No. It’s their style. It feels like they built the team at the auction wanting to be aggressive to complement the likes of Liam Livingstone in those middle stages. They’ve got to stay true to their identity and keep being aggressive.”

“I think they need to change their batting plan. They need to be more careful not to lose too many wickets in the powerplay. They probably need to do that in one or two games and see if that works,” Vettori told ESPNcricinfo.

“Utilize Odean Smith in a different way with his bowling strength” – Daniel Vettori

Despite multiple failures, Vettori reckoned Odean Smith deserves to have another go before taking a final decision on his place in the playing XI. The West Indian all-rounder has been taken to the cleaners with the ball and has also been lacklustre with the bat in hand.

“I would like to see Odean Smith get another go. He has the ability to bat at 7 or 8. He can be aggressive and take on the backend. Then, maybe, utilize him in a different way with his bowling strength,” he added.

Although PBKS started off well, they are now in a rut having lost three of the last four games. They will hope to get back to winning ways when they meet CSK in Monday’s game.

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