Ahmedabad, April 29 -- Gujarat Titans (GT) wicketkeeper-batter Anuj Rawat emphasised the importance of preparation and mental freshness during long tournaments like the Indian Premier League (IPL), while also praising skipper Shubman Gill for his composed leadership.

Speaking to ANI ahead of GT's clash against defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on Thursday, Rawat said that maintaining consistency in preparation is key to staying ready for opportunities.

"I think as a cricketer, you must keep doing your own preparation because you get that environment to prepare whenever you get the chance. That is a very important time, both mentally and physically--how you keep yourself fresh and wait for your opportunity," Rawat sai...