Batsman Mukul Choudhary of the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) talked candidly about his discussion on the technique of closing games with batting legend Virat Kohli of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). According to Choudhary, Kohli told him that many young players today can hit sixes, thus hitting sixes alone does not constitute a great batter. The true expertise, according to Kohli, is finishing games under duress, maintaining composure throughout challenging chases, managing increasing needed rates, and leading the side to victory even when wickets fall.
"He informed me that he had watched our game against KKR and saw how I concluded the game when we chatted. He claimed that hitting sixes is no longer a huge concern. This generation's young hitters are all capable of clearing the ropes.

However, understanding how to complete matches is what matters most. When there's no pressure, anyone can hit a six. However, the true test starts in chases of 170 or 180, when wickets are dropping at the other end and the necessary rate is rising. You become a major player if you can manage the pressure, maintain composure, and manage the innings. It's uncommon to finish games on a regular basis. He advised me to concentrate on it rather than just making big shots. Choudhary posted on JioStar, "That advice really stuck with me."

Choudhary has made an impression in his first Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season with a number of powerful cameos under duress and a spectacular game-winning performance against KKR. His poise in run chases and capacity to perform well under pressure beyond his years have been impressive.
Choudhary has scored 169 runs at a respectable average of 33.80 in nine games for the Lucknow Super Giants this season. The youthful right-handed batsman gave his best effort against the Kolkata Knight Riders, smashing an undefeated 54 and leading his team to victory with a game-winning knock.

On Saturday, LSG will take on Punjab Kings in their last league game of the 2026 Indian Premier League. Since LSG has already been eliminated from the playoff race, the only goals of the game are to avoid finishing at the bottom of the table and to finish their campaign on a high note.

The stakes, however, are quite high for PBKS. Punjab, who are ranked fifth in the standings, need to win tonight to maintain their chances of making the playoffs before relying on other outcomes on Sunday.