BRANDON KING: “Consistency” is the watchword

– aiming to take Guyana Amazon Warriors over the proverbial line

By Timothy Jaikarran

The Guyana Amazon Warriors are set to take on the Trinbago Knight Riders today in the 2020 edition of the Hero CPL T20 Tournament; and Warriors batsman Brandon King is looking forward to representing the franchise to the best of his abilities.

In a short but exclusive conversation with this publication, King was asked about the current environment, with CPL being played during the deadly COVID-19 pandemic, and he responded as follows:
“CPL has to be commended; they have done everything in their power to make us as comfortable as possible. We knew what we signed up for, so this is the only way that the tournament can move forward and still keep everyone safe, and I am okay with the setup.”

King added that, as athletes, all the players must test their discipline. He noted that he has to be professional when it comes to the teams being quarantined in their rooms. And he said his resolve is “to be consistent” when he takes to the field.
“I have no personal goals. At the moment, I am hoping to be consistent in every game. My aim is to always help Guyana ‘get over the line’, and lift the CPL Trophy,” King has revealed.
Explaining what it means to be a part of the GAW, King said, “I think it’s a great privilege. Last year it was very new to me; I didn’t know what to expect of the setup and everybody, but I found it enjoyable. The guys were very professional (and) the fans were amazing. I would say (that), in my career, the Warriors’ fans are the best experience I’ve ever had; so, it’s a great privilege, and I play for them with a lot of pride.”
King also relayed that with the lack of crowds, motivation might be a bit difficult, as the fan experience is something that all players would prefer. However, he said, that should not affect the level of cricket, because crowds do add another element of pressure, and it is his belief that their absence would be beneficial to the younger players.
Asked what he could improve in his game, King said, “Nothing specific. I am looking to improve the mental aspect of my game. I found what worked for me last year was my being able to play games with a clearer mind, and I am living with the result. That is the mindset I need, and that mindset would help me to execute my plans better when the tournament starts.”