'I am not a man of predictions' - Dinesh Karthik on whether RCB will lift IPL trophy this year

Royal Challengers Bangalore’s (RCB) start wicketkeeper batter Dinesh Karthik audaciously dismissed a question, when asked what he feels about RCB lifting their maiden trophy this year. He said that he’s not someone who works based on predictions, and acknowledged that the side looks very strong at the moment.

RCB is currently facing Chennai Super Kings at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai in the 22nd match of the IPL 2022. Faf du Plessis won the toss and put CSK to bat in the innings. Ahead of the clash, Karthik was asked his views on the team winning the title this year.

Responding to the same, Karthik said on IPLT20.COM:”(Laughs) I am not a man for predictions. But I must say the mood in the camp is good and I think we are (heading) in a good direction. We are in a good space, so I must say we are looking good at the moment.”

Meanwhile, Bangalore have won their previous three encounters in the tournament, and Karthik has played a crucial role in the batting role. He has played some prolific knocks against various opponents and fulfilled the finisher’s role in the team, leading to several victories.

Dinesh Karthik has remained unbeaten in all the games so far

When asked about his strategies before walking out to bat, he said: “It’s about assessing the situation, trying to understand and use your experience to figure out what’s the best way to do it on that day or that wicket. The part that I have been most excited about is the clarity that has been given to me and I am trying to do my best at it.”

Karthik has remained unbeaten in all the four games that he has played so far, and has registered scores of 32*, 14*, 44*, and 7*. Karthik has captained the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) previously and was associated with the team from 2018 to 2021.

He was roped in by RCB during the mega auction this year for a price of INR 5.50 CR and keeps the gloves in all the games. His form in this season has been remarkable and the team will trust him with the bat in times of need.

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