Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) wicket-keeper batter and vice-captain Jitesh Sharma stated that the team is concentrating on their own strengths and preparation ahead of their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 game against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on April 5 at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium.

Defending champions RCB will face the five-time IPL champions CSK in their second match of the season. RCB recently secured a commanding six-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad in their opening game and aim to maintain their momentum against CSK.

During the pre-match press conference, Jitesh Sharma remarked that the team is prioritising their own preparation rather than analysing the opposition’s recent performance. He said, “I think it’s very simple, we are just focusing on our own process rather than thinking about what they have done in the last one week. We are just focusing on our preparation, that’s it, that’s the simple thing.”

RCB currently lead CSK 3-0 in their last three encounters. However, Jitesh Sharma emphasised a game-by-game approach, stating, “After coming here, I came to know about the 3-0 equation. As a player, as a unit, we always focus on one game at a time rather than thinking about the records. We are just trying to be present and plan what our strengths are and what are their weaknesses.”

He also described the role of vice-captain as a privilege motivating him to contribute maximally to the team’s success. “I think whenever you get the responsibility, you feel grateful and privileged and I take extra effort to give something to my team. Whatever possible, how I can contribute to the win, I think that gives you extra responsibility when you are in the leadership role,” he said.