Mumbai, May 17 (PTI) Their playoff hopes dashed after the loss to Deccan Chargers, Pune Warriors batsman Robin Uthappa conceded it has been a nightmarish IPL debut for his team but remained confident that the side would avoid finishing at the bottom with spirited performances in the last two matches.
Losing three quick wickets in seven balls at the score of 45 was the turning point of the match last night, said Uthappa after his team went down by six wickets to Deccan Chargers in an IPL tie here.
"Yes, I think immediately after Power Play losing those three wickets to the spinners made the difference. We could not capitalise on the good start we got," said Uthappa referring to the 31-run start provided by Pune openers which was frittered away.