Umesh Yadav: Getting David Warner out early was crucial for KKR

Umesh Yadav: Getting David Warner out early was crucial for KKR

Kolkata: Adjudged man-of-the-match for his for an outstanding bowling performance, Kolkata knight Riders (KKR) pacer Umesh Yadav said getting rid of Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) skipper David Warner early was the most important thing for his side in an Indian Premier League (IPL) 2015 contest at Kolkata on Monday. READ: KKR vs SRH, IPL 2015 Match 38 Highlights

Umesh fiinshed with two for 34 from his four overs which helped his side claim a 35-run victory over Sunrisers. Both his wickets came in the first over as he castled both Warner (four) and Naman Ojha (nil) with the score reading six for two at the Eden Gardens.

‘Warner’s wicket was very important for us. We wanted an early wicket and we were extremely happy to get him out. We had a particular plan for him and it worked,” Umesh said at the post-match presentation ceremony. IPL 2015: Points Table and Team Standings

The fast bowler said he is trying to focus on his fitness and strategy which he thinks will make him a better bowler. IPL 2015: Schedule with venue details

“I focus on my fitness and as a bowler, you need to have a proper strategy and plan in place when you go out to bowl,’ he said. IPL 2015: Complete Coverage