Delhi Capitals batsman Shikhar Dhawan compares the bio-bubble to the Big Boss house

When asked about the IPL bio-bubble which will be in place for the whole duration of the tournament which is almost 2 months, he replied: “Nice to test our mental strength,”. “It’s almost like Big Boss”, he added.

Shikhar Dhawan has always been a very calm person on and off the field.while his aggression while batting is evident with his shots, his monkish nature off it is famous as well. When asked about the IPL bio-bubble which will be in place for the whole duration of the tournament which is almost 2 months, he replied: “Nice to test our mental strength,”. “It’s almost like Big Boss”, he added.

“It (the bio-bubble) is a new thing for everyone,” he says. “More than challenging, I see it as an opportunity to improve in every aspect. I keep myself entertained; I take it in a positive way.”
Dhawan believes that it all depends on how the players deal with the new reality. “It totally depends on how a person talks to himself; you can be your best friend or you can be a victim,” Dhawan says. “You can have 10 people who are positive around you, but if you are not your friend, no one can help.
“We don’t have any outlet. I enjoy going to a restaurant, seeing people. So, how are people going to take it? This IPL it’s going to matter a lot.

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“My stamina, focus, and mobility have got better,” he says, “I used to have a stiff body, my mobility has really gone to a level I like. Also, my skills keep changing. Little things that you won’t notice like my stance has changed a little. Some of it is detailed stuff that of course I won’t like to tell.” Dhawan’s side will be beginning their campaign against KXIP on 20th September.

Delhi capitals have been on the bottom of the table for most of the seasons but last year they surprised everybody and finished third under the guidance of Shreyas Iyer. “In IPL, we have to give a fiery start,” he says. “And then the person who is set takes the game further. I would love to be an impact player, create momentum for my team. For 5-6 overs mostly I am the aggressor for India too; Rohit (Sharma) takes his time and then plays. I am talking about ODIs here. (In T20) you get 6-7 balls to settle. Sometimes it depends on what the team role is if the team wants 50 runs from 6 overs… every day it’s not the same thing, but mostly you have to fire from both ends and that’s the best thing. And at the same time be smart enough not to lose too many wickets.”

Delhi Capitals he’d coach Ricky Ponting is the most high profile coach of any franchise and they hope to make the best use of the opportunity. The Australian batsman is working hard with the team during the nets and the practice sessions.. he believes the team has got what it takes to deliver and together can win the trophy which is something all teams will be fighting hard for.