Prasidh Krishna Press Conference: On Learning, Experience & the Road Ahead
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/ Jun 28, 2025, 07:15PM IST
Prasidh Krishna spoke about his journey and mindset ahead of the remainder of the Test series. He reflected on how match experience is something only time can teach, and that under the guidance of skipper Shubman Gill and senior pacers like Bumrah and Siraj, he feels well-supported to grow and succeed at the top level. Watch the pacer open up on his role, his learning process, and his hunger to improve.
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