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India
Published on: January 06, 2025
The India’s test cricket calendar ended with a disappointing note with back-to-back series defeats and marked one of the most difficult phases of recent years. The team not only gave up its top position in the WTC classification of the World Test Championship (WTC), but also missed a place in the WTC final. In a number of poor performance, India lost seven of her last eight test games, including an unprecedented 0: 3 white wash at home against New Zealand-a result that sent shock waves through the Indian cricket.
Transition to the white ball cricket
With the test season behind them, India’s focus is now switching to the white ball cricket, while from February 19, 2025 you will prepare for the ICC Champions Trophy. Before the marquee tournament, India becomes England for a number of five T20Is and three organizations Odis begins on January 22nd. These games will serve as an important preparation for the Champions Trophy because the team tries to find their rhythm and to answer important concerns.
Selection committee in the spotlight
The selection committee led by Ajit Agarkar is faced with the critical task of announcing the provisional 15-man squad for the Champions Trophy in India by January 12, as required by the International Cricket Council (ICC). The teams have the flexibility of making changes until February 13, so that selectors can evaluate form and fitness before completing the squad.
A report in The times of India suggests that Jasprit Bumrah is probably appointed for the tournament of India’s vice captain. Despite the fitness concerns after a strenuous border gavaskar trophy in Australia, Bumrah’s leadership potential brought him the confidence of the selectors. His appointment would mean that former vice captains Hardik Pandya and KL Rahul, both held the position during the 2023 World Cup.
Challenges for the selection committee
It is expected that the selection process is a “head scratcher”. Several marginal players show impressive achievements in local tournaments such as the Vijay Hazare trophy. The selectors have to increase a balance between experience and current form to ensure a competitive group that is able to end India’s long waiting for an ICC title.
A look at the hope
In the middle of the disappointment in tests there were moments of the brilliance. The extraordinary Maiden test of Rising Star Nitish Reddy at the MCG has conquered the imagination of the fans and gave an insight into the future of the Indian cricket.
When the Champions Trophy approaches, fans and experts will be closely observed how India re -calibrates its strategy and gained on the global stage. With an abundance of talents and the determination of jumping back, the Indian Cricket team has all the ingredients for a strong comeback.
