Mukul Choudhary has quickly become one of the most talked-about young prospects from IPL 2026, even as Lucknow Super Giants’ season has been a tough one, with the franchise missing out on the playoffs. In a recent conversation, the youngster opened up about a standout exchange with Virat Kohli—highlighting the guidance he received on coping with pressure and learning how to close out T20 matches.
Kohli’s message to Choudhary
- Mukul said Kohli had been closely tracking his innings against Kolkata Knight Riders, and that the RCB captain’s attention to detail stood out to him.
- He revealed that when he spoke with Kohli, the India star mentioned that he had watched the match versus KKR and noticed how Mukul steered the chase.
- Mukul added that Kohli also explained how batting in modern T20 cricket has changed—power-hitting is no longer the defining difference between batters.
- According to Mukul, Kohli stressed that six-hitting has become routine for the current crop of players, but finishing games is what truly separates the best from the rest.
- The youngster further recalled Kohli’s point that the real test begins once pressure rises in demanding chases—when wickets keep tumbling and the required run-rate climbs.
- Mukul said Kohli underlined that the ability to remain composed, manage the innings, and handle the stress of a high-stakes chase is what builds a “big player” over time.
- Finally, Mukul admitted the discussion has stayed with him, saying he now wants to focus on finishing as much as—if not more than—simply striking big shots.
That advice, Mukul believes, has shifted his perspective on T20 batting—placing greater emphasis on execution under pressure and closing out matches consistently.
LSG vs PBKS: last league match for Lucknow, lifeline for Punjab
Lucknow Super Giants are set to play their final league fixture of IPL 2026 today against Punjab Kings. By this stage of the competition, LSG have already been officially ruled out of the playoff race, meaning the team will be focused on pride and ending the campaign on a positive note while also trying to avoid the bottom end of the table.
Punjab Kings, however, face a different reality. Sitting in fifth place, PBKS need a win to keep their playoff chances alive, with qualification still hinging on how other results unfold on Sunday. It is a high-pressure situation for the franchise, making the match a must-win encounter for their postseason hopes.
