MI Emirates reached the playoffs of the inaugural edition of ILT20 before facing a defeat to Gujarat Giants in the second playoff match in Dubai.
Trent Boult, who was an important part of the team, insisted that it was a challenge coming into the tournament not knowing what his role would be.
“That’s the challenge you want. You come to the tournament not knowing what to expect. The standards of cricket is exceptional. There’s been some great performances. The quality is there among all six sides. Teams are stacked with lots of talent,” Boult told Hindustan Times in a chat.
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Boult, when asked who was the toughest batter he faced, he named two players including an Indian; surprisingly, it wasn’t Virat Kohli or Rohit Sharma, but KL Rahul.
“That’s a tricky question. There are so many batters. I’ve always found (Chris) Gayle very hard to bowl to, I’ve found KL Rahul very hard to bowl to. Polly (Pollard) would be up there as well,” Boult said.
“T20 cricket is one of those games where guys are out there trying to express themselves, take the game on, no fear. Pretty exciting product, really,” Boult added.
Trent Boult is expected to be in action for the Rajasthan Royals in the 2023 edition of the Indian Premier League.