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McClenaghan Praises Kamboj's Rise at CSK with Clear Plan

Anshul Kamboj's 3/32 helped CSK restrict MI to 159/7, earning praise from Mitchell McClenaghan. McClenaghan noted Kamboj developed a clear death-bowling plan at CSK, unlike before. He highlighted Kamboj's execution and ability to hit consistent lengths. Ruturaj Gaikwad (67*) and Kartik Sharma (54*) guided CSK to an 8-wicket win with 11 balls remaining.

Key Points: McClenaghan on Kamboj's Rise at CSK: Plan Works

  • Kamboj's 3/32 helps CSK restrict MI to 159/7
  • McClenaghan says Kamboj found a death-bowling plan at CSK
  • Execution and length consistency praised
  • Gaikwad (67*) and Sharma (54*) lead chase with 11 balls left
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'He's found a plan that works': McClenaghan on Kamboj's rise at CSK

Mitchell McClenaghan lauds Anshul Kamboj's bowling plan and execution after CSK's 8-wicket win over MI, highlighting his death-bowling effectiveness.

"He's found a plan that works for him. He can execute it, and it's making him very effective - Mitchell McClenaghan"

New Delhi, May 3

Former New Zealand pacer Mitchell McClenaghan lauded Anshul Kamboj for his impressive bowling display, saying the young pacer has developed a clear plan and execution that is making him effective, following Chennai Super Kings' eight-wicket win over Mumbai Indians.

Kamboj played a crucial role in restricting MI to 159/7 with figures of 3/32, helping CSK pull things back after the visitors were well-placed at 90/2 in 10 overs.

"Previous to coming to CSK, I don't think he had a real plan or idea of what he wanted to do at the death. And so I think he's found something. It may not be successful in all conditions, but he's found a plan that works for him. He can execute it, and it's making him very effective, turns him into that three-phase bowler. You can put that down to the old CSK blueprint, when you had Bravo, and obviously Eric Simons is still there. They really like guys to come around the wicket," McClenaghan said on ESPNcricinfo.

"His execution is very, very good. Spot on. He cannot miss with the kind of bowling that he does. He cannot err in length, and he has not been erring. So that's testament to his consistency and his action. What I like the most about him, and about the guys who have been successful in this IPL so far, is that they have got the highest percentage of being able to hit that six-to-eight-metre length with the new ball, and he does that," he added.

Speaking of the match, disciplined spells from Kamboj (3/32) and Noor Ahmad (2/26) ensured MI could only manage 159/7 despite a strong start, before Ruturaj Gaikwad (67*) and Kartik Sharma (54 not out) guided CSK to a comfortable chase with 11 balls remaining, completing a league double over MI.

- IANS

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Siddhartha F
Kamboj's rise is a testament to CSK's scouting and mentoring. Eric Simons and the support staff have a knack for extracting the best from young bowlers. Already looking like a future India prospect! đź’™
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Meera T
While Kamboj deserves all the praise, I hope he doesn't become a one-season wonder. The IPL is brutal—guys figure you out by next year. His real test will be adapting when batters start targeting him.
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Arjun K
That 6-8 metre length is exactly what Bumrah preaches. Kamboj's consistency on that length is freakish. And he's learning from the best in CSK's setup. Exciting times for Indian pace bowling 🇮🇳
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Priya S
Lovely to see a young pacer who bowls with a plan and sticks to it. Kamboj reminds me of early days Bhuvi. CSK's blueprint of using the crease and bowling tight lengths is still gold. Ruturaj and Kamboj are the future of this franchise! 🏏
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Vikram M
McClenaghan's comment about Kamboj 'not having a plan before CSK' says a lot. The Dhoni-era system of backing bowlers with clear roles is paying dividends again. Hope selectors take note of this for India tours.

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