Dravid says he was a relieved from win

Bangalore, May 3 (UNI) Royal Challengers skipper Rahul Dravid today said that today's win against Deccan Chargers brought him relief as the crowd expected it very badly after the team lost more than a couple of matches earlier in the home pitch.

Speaking to newsmen after a thrilling three run victory, he said that "it is a big relief, very happy that we won the game in Bangalore. Though we were loosing very closely in the earlier matches, today's win was special that too in front of home crowd".

He said that bowlers bowled superbly. Complementing Wasim Zaffer he said that he was very good strokeful and sensible player.

Laxman said that it was very disappointing to lose close game.

After 16th over we lost too many wickets. "We are happy with the fielding and batting. Fall of Rohit Sharma's wicket was turning point in today's match".

Replying to a question, he said that "in T20 game we have to remain positive and potential is very important".

When asked whether he was satisfied with his performance in the IPL so far, he said that " I am in good form, last four innings I have played very well".

He said that Royal Challengers batted well and fielded well.

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