T20 World Cup 2024: The Indian team is upset with the practice pitches and food offered to them in Cantiague Park ahead of the T20 World Cup 2024. Head Coach Rahul Dravid expressed concern regarding the practice facility provided to the Indian Cricket team till now.
T20 World Cup 2024: Indian team is upset with the practice pitches
Indian Cricket team will play four matches at the Nassau County International (NCI) Cricket Stadium in New York. One of the four games is the T20 World Cup warm-up match against Bangladesh on June 1. The other three games are scheduled against Ireland (June 5), Pakistan (June 9), and the USA (June 12). After that, India will move to Florida for the fourth game against Canada (June 12).
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NCI Cricket Stadium has no practice pitches
The NCI Cricket Stadium in New York has no practice facilities, therefore the modular facility will only be utilised for matches. The global organisation has selected Cantiague Park as the official training location for teams, and the venue is a decent distance from the stadium.
Rohit and his teammates gathered on the afternoon of June 29 for training on three of the six drop-in pitches available at the makeshift venue. The Indian team management expressed displeasure over the amenities provided to them. ICC stated that they did not receive any official complain regarding India’s concerns for practice facilities.
Poor quality of food served to players and journalists
Apart from the average training facilities, the India team was also displeased with the food served to them at the practice session. As per the source, Journalists were served food in boxes.
India and its unpredictable batting order
India needs to seek out the best opening partner for Rohit Sharma for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024. Who should open with Rohit Sharma? Will it be Jaiswal or Kohli? In the recently concluded IPL 2024, Virat Kohli was awarded the ‘Orange Cap’ prize. He was the highest run greater in the IPL 2024. Virat Kohli’s experience at the top order will immensely help Rohit Sharma to play freely.
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On the contrary, Yashasvi Jaiswal showed mixed form in the IPL 2024. He was very inconsistent and his performance was below average. Should India take any risk at the big stage like T20 World Cup?
Can Dravid maximise the potential of the India T20 World Cup squad and retire as a successful coach?
As the cricketing world prepares for the highly anticipated T20 World Cup 2024, all eyes are on India’s cricket team, led by Rohit Sharma. Rahul Dravid, widely regarded as one of the greatest batters of all time, has made a smooth transition from player to coach, and his selection as head coach of the Indian team has sparked excitement among players, fans and analysts alike.
Dravid’s Coaching Pedigree:
Dravid, as head coach, has cultivated discipline, determination, and purpose in the Indian cricket squad, resulting in significant improvement across all formats under his guidance. Rahul Dravid is a skilled coach who focuses on the technique and temperament of the players.
Dravid has been nurturing young talents and guiding established players through tough times, making his guidance invaluable to the Indian team.
Stats speak for Dravid:
Since Dravid took over as head coach, India has had an excellent record in T20Is, winning a series against difficult opponents such as England, Australia, and New Zealand. Several young players have advanced in their careers while under Dravid’s coaching. Players such as Shubman Gill, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Suryakumar Yadav have thrived under his coaching, demonstrating their abilities in the world cricket arena.
Dravid’s emphasis on bench strength has generated in healthy competition within the team, ensuring that every player is performing to the best of their abilities. India’s recent performance in ODI World Cup 2023 matches has been encouraging, with the team displaying a balanced mix of youth and experience.
Under Rahul Dravid’s leadership, the Indian cricket team has made significant strides, establishing themselves as a formidable force in the world of cricket. As they prepare for the T20 World Cup, Dravid aims to extract the best from his players.