Reflecting on the team’s batting form, Patidar said, “Looking at the moment, it feels like we are scoring 200-plus in every match. It gives me a lot of confidence, and as a captain, I feel like I have a lot of talent in the team.” Patidar’s 17-ball fifty is the fastest fifty by a captain in the tournament’s history.

Regarding his batting approach, he added, “I don’t really think too much about how I want to play. I try to react to the ball and stay clear about what I want to do, which shot I want to hit, and which bowler I want to target. Even in the dugout, I try to read where the scoring opportunities are.”

Bowler Krunal Pandya praised the batting unit for setting a strong platform, saying, “Every game you have to earn that win. The way everyone is batting, Virat, Salty, Tim, everyone has contributed. I’m especially happy for Salty, the way he counter-attacked in the power play. That set us up really well.” On Patidar’s influence, he added, “The way Rajat has batted in all four innings, the consistency and clarity, it’s been unbelievable. The captain is leading from the front, and I hope he continues.”

Pandya also credited support staff, stating, “A lot of credit goes to DK, the mastermind as well. He has worked really hard with individuals to get the best out of them. He will be the happiest seeing the way we are batting.”

Patidar assessed the bowling effort, saying, “Even with 200 on the board, there is always pressure with dew and conditions. I thought Bhuvi bhai and Jacob started very well and executed the plan.” He identified Rasik’s spell of 1/23 as a turning point: “The turning point for me was Rasik. The way he planned, the slower balls, the yorkers, it gave me confidence. After his first over, I felt he could change the game.”

Patidar praised Krunal Pandya as an exceptionally brave and skilful bowler, highlighting his ability to keep batsmen uncertain with his variations. He said, “KP is the most courageous bowler I have ever seen. He has so many skills. He keeps the batsman in doubt about the next ball. This is his strength. He bowls with a lot of confidence. He is not afraid to do anything.”