Bengaluru, April 18 (NationPress) Veteran finisher for the Delhi Capitals, David Miller, shared his profound relief and satisfaction after leading his team to a hard-fought six-wicket victory against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. He acknowledged that finally 'getting over the line' was a significant relief given their recent inability to secure a win against Gujarat Titans.

Miller struck two sixes and a four in the crucial final over against Romario Shepherd, pairing with Player of the Match Tristan Stubbs, who remained unbeaten at 60, to ensure DC's success. This win also marked the end of their two-match losing streak.

"It feels fantastic. After the disappointment from the previous game, I was eager to redeem myself, so finishing this match was a great relief," Miller stated. He added, "That feeling of not being able to finish the job against GT lingered in the back of my mind until we secured this win. We've had a week off, which allowed me to focus on some aspects of my game to stay present and contribute effectively," he explained post-match.

Despite facing a challenging start to his innings after Axar Patel had to retire hurt due to cramps, Miller kept his composure under pressure. "My first six balls were quite challenging, as I faced six yorkers and found it hard to get going. However, I was thrilled to make impactful runs in the last six balls," he said.

"We attempted to finish it in the over before the last, but knowing we needed around 43 runs in the last four overs, we recognized that one or two sixes could shift the momentum. Once you hit a six followed by another boundary, the bowler feels the strain," he elaborated.

He emphasized the importance of minimizing dot balls and capitalizing on boundary opportunities. "Staying calm and maintaining clear communication with my batting partner was crucial. I aimed to take it as deep as possible," he remarked.

Miller acknowledged the pivotal role of young Stubbs in providing a mental reset during a mid-innings break. "When I came to the crease, Stubbo encouraged me to keep my intensity up, which helped me focus and get into a positive mindset," he shared.

Stubbs, who played a key role in stabilizing the innings after an early collapse, noted that both were ready to push the game to the final over if necessary. "The pitch wasn’t turning much, but it was slightly slow, similar to what I usually play on back home. I kept thinking if I could hit three sixes, we’d be right back in it. I was confident we could manage the last over if needed, but I'm glad we crossed the finish line before that," he stated.

The young player expressed his unwavering belief in Miller's ability to handle the game's climax. "I told David that I had faith we would pull it off, though I wasn’t sure how. Thankfully, he was there, as that's where he shines," he concluded.