India Women’s cricket team skipper Mithali Raj says she reads books to get rid of match pressure.

Recently, during a chat on Shah Rukh Khan’s TV show “TED Talks India Nayi Soch”, Mithali said, “When you are on the field, and everyone is looking up to you and the entire team to bring back the trophy, (then) it is not just about the game. So, it is necessary for us to stay focused… and we all have our own ways to ensure we give our best on the field. I read books to get rid of pressure during a match. It does help me to keep calm and encourage a good performance.”

On the show, Shah Rukh said: “I want to see you as the coach of the men’s cricket team one day.”

In reply, Mithali said: “I always want to give my best.”

“TED Talks India Nayi Soch” airs on Star Plus. The episode featuring Mithali will be shown on January 7.