Shardul also spoke about the team environment and said the players were trying to stay positive despite a difficult season. “Just trying to cheer up. I know we have not had the kind of season we would ideally want. But a huddle is something where we would like to create some energy and get the fun going. That reflects on the field more often. So it was more about fun,” he said.

The all-rounder added that conditions were currently good for bowling, though Mumbai were hoping for dew later in the evening while chasing the target. “The outfield was fine. There is not much dew right now. But later on, we are hoping there is some dew,” he added.

After Punjab lost quick wickets in the middle overs, Omarzai counterattacked with a rapid 38 off 17 deliveries, helping the hosts reach the 200-run mark. Deepak Chahar picked up two wickets, while Corbin Bosch and Raj Angad Bawa claimed one wicket each for Mumbai.

–IANS

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