Tristan Stubbs living his childhood dream: From idolising KL Rahul as a kid to winning IPL matches with him | Cricket News

Tristan Stubbs’ father Christopher Stubbs (left) on the Arun Jaitley Stadium a day earlier than Delhi Capitals match towards Rajasthan Royals; Tristan Stubbs celebrates with KL Rahul after hitting winning six. (Photos: Amit Kumar & IPL)

NEW DELHI: On Tuesday night, Christopher Stubbs sat alone within the stand proper beneath the staff dressing room on the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi, admiring and clapping for his son, Tristan, who was hitting bowlers throughout the park throughout the Delhi Capitals‘ internet session.
That was a trailer for what was to come 24 hours later.
On Wednesday, Tristan Stubbs performed a essential function in Delhi Capitals’ thrilling Super Over win towards Rajasthan Royals. He first helped Delhi submit 188/5 with his swashbuckling 14-ball 34, after which hit the winning six within the Super Over to seal the deal.
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The 24-year-old was ecstatic, celebrated the win like a warrior who had simply conquered the Kotla fort. Stubbs will need to have been elated by the truth that the batter on the different finish was KL Rahul, somebody he had idolised his complete life..

South Africa cricketer Tristan Stubbs with his household. (Special Arrangement)

“He always loved KL Rahul,” Christopher Stubbs had advised TimesofIndia.com in an unique chat.
“He [Tristan] would just say, ‘If I could bat like that, he’s the best batsman I’ve ever seen.’ He used to love watching him,” added Christopher Stubbs.
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After their win towards Royals, the 24-year-old talked about a particular second of the match when KL Rahul calmed him down after he dropped a catch. Stubbs dropped Nitish Rana at long-on, and to add salt to the injuries, it went for a six and left captain Axar Patel visibly upset. Rana, who was on 20 off 16 balls, went on to rating 51 runs, including 31 in his subsequent 12 balls he confronted.
“I felt horrible when I dropped that catch. I couldn’t believe it. And they hit a six and a four. But KL kept me calm there,” he advised broadcasters.

Tristan Stubbs additionally shared how KL Rahul helped him throughout the Super Over. He stated, “KL told me to take your time, this is all about handling pressure.” The phrases of assurance definitely helped Stubbs, who picked up Sandeep Sharma’s slower bouncer and muscled it over deep mid-wicket.
This was the second time the duo have been within the center and pulled off a heist for the Delhi Capitals on this ongoing season.
Stubbs and KL Rahul solid a very important unbeaten 111-run partnership in Delhi Capitals’ win over Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB).

“He kept enforcing and reminding me to look straight, and that gave me confidence,” Stubbs had stated after the match towards RCB.
Meanwhile, Stubbs’ father, who’s travelling with his son within the IPL, additionally had the possibility to meet KL Rahul.
“I met KL. He said hello and introduced himself. He was a real gentleman—an amazing guy. KL Rahul seems like a very nice guy. I’m sure it must be amazing for Tristan. So, to be playing alongside him in the same team, I’m sure he’s loving it. I like all top Indian cricketers—seriously, when you come to India, you realise how huge it is to play with those guys,” Christopher stated.

Tristan Stubbs father Christopher Stubbs on the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. (Photo Credit: Amit Kumar)

With Delhi Capitals chasing their first IPL title because the event’s inception, and presently sitting on prime of the desk with 5 wins from six matches, the franchise seems to be heading in the right direction to lastly break their title drought.
“I think they’ve got a very good team this year—a very balanced team. They’ve got everything covered. They can bat up front, they can bat at the death, they can bowl well, and they field well too. I think they handle spin nicely and have good spinners. They really are a good team. Look, every team in this IPL is strong, but I think this one is particularly well balanced,” Christopher stated.
“I am looking forward to more partnerships between KL Rahul and Tristan,” he added.
Table-toppers Delhi Capitals will subsequent face Gujarat Titans on Saturday on the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.