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'As long as we prepare well, we'll be able to win against Chennai'

May 18, 2015 18:07 IST
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Mumbai Indians mentor Sachin Tendulkar, with head coach Ricky Ponting and captain Rahit Sharma, discussing strategy. Photograph: BCCI

Mumbai Indians' bowler Mitchell McClenaghan has said his side is fully prepared for the Indian Premier League play-off against two-time champions Chennai Super Kings on Tuesday.

"We have got some fantastic players. We have got a fantastic support staff behind us. They do a fantastic job.

"I think the most important thing is that we prepare every time we go out to play. As long as we prepare well and turn up, we will be able to win," he said.

The New Zealand quick said it was important for the team to get the top order out soon to take an early advantage in the match against Sunrisers Hyderabad. The Mumbai side broke the back of Hyderabad innings by getting its openers -- captain David Warner and Shikhar Dhawan -- out in the first two overs of the innings.

Mitchell McClenaghan of Mumbai Indians is congratulated by Mumbai Indians captain Rohit Sharma for getting a wicket. Photograph: BCCI

Buoyed by the comprehensive win over Hyderabad, McClenaghan has expressed happiness at getting the opportunity to play a key role for the Mumbai Indians.

"What I really enjoyed is the opportunity to show Mumbai what I do back home and in domestic cricket.

"When I got the chance, I showed my variation...capabilities at different deliveries and different times of the innings," he said. 

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