IPL 2017: Umesh Yadav credits Anil Kumble and Sanjay Bangar for getting his rhythm back

Umesh Yadav on Friday said batting coach Sanjar Bangar’s tips helped him find his rhythm back prior to what would become a career-defining Test series against Australia for the pace spearhead.

“When you concede runs or try for that extra mile your rhythm may get affected. Sanjay bhai told me that you were running faster to get that extra pace, affecting my line and length. He told me to enjoy your running so you would have better control,” Umesh said.

The Kolkata Knight Riders pacer’s 4/33 formed the cornerstone of an eight-wicket win over Kings XI Punjab in the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Thursday. The Vidarbha pacer played 12 out of 13 Tests in a hectic home season, and his big moment came in the four-Test series against Australia, when he picked up 17 wickets and played a big role in India regaining the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

“The hard work is paying off. I’ve been playing continuously for last eight-ten months in the Tests. The more you bowl, the better you become. Playing continuously has helped me in getting the line and length right. You realise your mistakes in a better way and get your rhythm back,” said Umesh.

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