'When I retire...': Kuldeep Yadav reveals a 'big thing' after 5-wicket haul against Pakistan

Star India wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav was elated after picking up a five-wicket haul in winning course against Pakistan in Asia Cup Super 4s match in Colombo. Yadav revealed that mir changes to his technique, such as a straighter run-up and an aggressive rhythm, have helped him improve his bowling and achieve success in ODIs.

"After (knee) surgery (last year), my run-up has become much straighter, and rhythm has become aggressive. My hand used to fall over but that has been controlled and w it (hand) is facing batsman," Kuldeep said in post-match press conference.

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Kuldeep stated that he worked on spin and drift to improve his efficiency after his surgery.

"I exerted care t to lose my spin and drift without losing my pace. If a leg-spinner lands ball on a good length, he can pick up wickets more regularly and loose balls can be reduced. You can be consistent," he added.

Kuldeep added that after his surgery, he worked with NCA physio Ashish Koushik to reduce strain on his knee when landing in crease.

"I did t want to lose my zip, nip or drift. After surgery I went for a three-month recuperation at NCA and physio Ashish Koushik said I had to reduce load on my knee. So, I worked to make my rhythm faster," he said.

However, Kuldeep admitted that it took him some time to get revamped action to work at highest level of cricket.

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"I tried new action in a practice game in Kanpur. batsmen were struggling to face me. But even in IPL and during tour of West Indies I was struggling with it (action). It took some 6-7 matches for me to make work at this level," said Kuldeep.

His (5/25) five-wicket haul helped India defeat Pakistan by a massive 228-run margin, and Kuldeep said he will remember this performance because it came against top opposition.

"I will always remember that I picked up five wickets against Pakistan when I retire. It is a big thing for me because Pakistan players can play spin well. If you perform against a side that plays spin well in subcontinent, it motivates you," Kuldeep signed off.