Rahane's focus on physical and mental health', Shaw's on training ahead of IPL

Ajinkya Rahane is focused on maintaining his physical as well as mental health ahe of a challenging Indian Premier League (IPL) even as Delhi Capitals teammate Prithvi Shaw wants to make most of training sessions in next three weeks.

Indian players of Delhi Capitals team arrived in Mumbai on Thursday and y will be flying out for United Arab Emirates on Sunday for league that begins on September 19.

"re is doubt that it will be a challenging trip for everyone involved. But like everyone else, I've spent se last few months focusing on my physical and mental health, and taking care of my family," 32-year-old Indian vice-captain said.

"So time I've mand to spend with m has put me in a positive frame of mind." Rahane, who has played for Mumbai Indians, Rajasthan Royals and Rising Pune Supergiants said that a tournament in a bio-bubble will produce its own set of challenges.

"This IPL will be a very different experience for all of us, and we need to make sure that we are all very positive when we hit ground running. key is to take one step at a time," one of Capitals’ senior most players said.

Fellow Mumbaikar and dashing opener Shaw echoed his senior's sentiments. "We have spent past 4-5 months dealing with this pandemic, so everyone is aware of all do's and don'ts. We all have been preparing mentally to live and play under such circumstances, and taking all necessary precautions for our safety and well-being," Shaw was quoted as saying in a media release.

Speaking on how his team will be approaching upcoming season, Shaw said, " We kw people have a lot of expectations from us, but our focus will be on making most of training sessions we get in UAE, and re-creating that fantastic team environment which me us so successful last year. We also have chance to gel with new players and n set our sights on IPL season."

Im credits: PTI