‘My life’s mantra is to enjoy the present’ - Arshdeep Singh ahead of second T20I against Bangladesh

Young pacer Arshdeep Singh picked up three wickets in the first T20I against Bangladesh in Gwalior. He did a good job for the Indian team in the T20 World Cup 2024 and if he keeps up with the same form, the 25-year-old will cement his spot in the white-ball format soon. He made his international debut just two years ago but has already played 55 T20 internationals, including two T20 World Cups.

Speaking on the same, Arshdeep noted that he doesn’t want to think about the past or the future. The left-arm seamer stated that he is enjoying the present and wants to live in that and not worry much about other things. He also clarified that the next T20 World Cup is in two years and he is not even thinking about that.

“I am enjoying my game and didn't even realise how these two years flew by. I just try and stay in the present, enjoy the highs and lows, that is my focus," Arshdeep was quoted as saying by The Times of India.

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“My life's mantra is to enjoy the present. Today is my rest day so I will enjoy my rest today. Kal ka kal dekhenge (Will think about tomorrow when it comes). The T20 World Cup is two years away, very far I don't think much about the future,” he added.

Want to do my best in all formats: Arshdeep

Recently, Arshdeep’s name was also discussed for the red-ball format. The Punjab-born pacer played for Kent in the County Championship last year and did well in the last edition of the Duleep Trophy. Speaking about his ambition, Arshdeep stated that he gives his best in any format he plays in and that switching formats won’t be an issue for him.

“I want to do my best in all the formats wherever I get the opportunity. I enjoy that we can see how quickly you can adapt to the conditions, ground dimensions and format. It gives opportunity to the players to explore their skills. How he can take wickets in different ways, how to absorb pressure. Playing in different formats teaches players a lot. In red ball, you get more overs to bowl, it teaches you patience, here (in T20s) you don't need patience, you have to think about what a batter can do,” he stated.