Hyderabad coach Anirudh expresses mixed emotions after victory over Chhattisgarh

Hyderabad head coach Anirudh Singh has expressed mixed emotions following a thrilling one-wicket victory over Chhattisgarh in the Ranji Trophy. According to a report by The Hindu, with this win, Hyderabad has secured three wins and one draw, placing the team in a strong position in the race for a knockout berth.

Coach Anirudh Singh, who took charge of the team in July, stated that he is experiencing both stress and happiness simultaneously. Speaking specifically about the final 30 to 45 minutes of the match, he mentioned that the period was extremely tense. He added that it was difficult to watch every ball from outside the field, as a coach can only do so much from there. He expressed joy that the team emerged from such a difficult situation.

Anirudh Singh praised the efforts of the Hyderabad Cricket Association and Ambat Rayudu, Director of Cricket Operations, for this success. He noted that many matches were organised during the pre-season, providing players with ample opportunities. The coach further added that the selection process was appropriate and the decision to prepare result-oriented pitches for home matches was taken early on. Everyone worked together to rectify the minor flaws that had persisted over the last few seasons. He also lauded the players' performances, describing them as 'brilliant'.

On the other hand, Chhattisgarh head coach Amay Khurasia praised his team's fighting spirit despite the narrow defeat. Describing the game as beautiful, he said that his team fought with dignity and respect, making every effort while prioritising pride.

During the post-match analysis, Khurasia stated with a smile that he always stands by his players when the team loses. He remarked that it is very easy to conduct a post-mortem after a defeat, but no one likes to lose. The team's mood was somber after the loss, and as a coach, it was his responsibility to boost the players' morale, which he fulfilled.