Deccan Chargers coach Darren Lehmann did not wish to read to too much into the defeat against Kolkata Knight Riders and looked forward to Sunday’s game with optimism. “We should have closed that one but cannot keep thinking about that. Have to look at our strengths than anything else and execute our plans well,” said Lehman.

The Chargers were clearly short in the bowling department. Even after the good start provided by Chaminda Vaas, runs leaked in the final overs. The non-availability of their most expensive pick, Kemar Roach and injury to Fidel Edwards is hitting the team hard. “Not having all the international stars is a problem. Fidel is out due to injury. Roach is set to join us quickly and that will strengthen the attack,” he said.