Win Projections to be updated soon
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is set to make crucial decisions regarding the future of senior players following the disappointing 0-3 defeat against New Zealand. As the team prepares for the upcoming five-match Test series in Australia, discussions will focus on a structured phase-out policy for aging players before the next World Test Championship (WTC) cycle begins.
BCCI to Evaluate the Future of Rohit, Kohli, Jadeja and Ashwin
The BCCI’s evaluation will likely impact at least two of the four senior players: Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Ravindra Jadeja, and Ravichandran Ashwin. All four are nearing the end of their international careers. Rohit acknowledged the situation during a recent press conference, stating, “It’s important to focus on the next series, which is Australia.” He emphasized that the team must concentrate on immediate challenges rather than future uncertainties.
An informal discussion is expected to take place among BCCI officials, including chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar, head coach Gautam Gambhir, and Rohit Sharma. This meeting will address the team’s direction after a significant defeat at home. A senior BCCI source noted that while there won’t be any immediate changes before the Australia series, a thorough evaluation will occur if India fails to qualify for the WTC final.
India’s Historic Defeat Against New Zealand
India’s recent performance has raised concerns about its long-term prospects. If India does not qualify for the WTC final in England, it is likely that all four senior players will not travel for the subsequent five-Test series. The source added, “All four have likely played their final Test at home together.” This sentiment underscores the urgency for a transition in team composition.
The BCCI aims to avoid a repeat of past mistakes, such as in 2011 when an aging team struggled unexpectedly. The selectors will need to engage with senior players about their future roles within the squad.
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India to Face Australia in Border Gavaskar Trophy
India faces a daunting task in Australia. To secure qualification for the WTC final without relying on other teams’ performances, India must achieve a 4-0 result in the series. Such an outcome appears challenging given recent form. However, even if India loses the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, they could still qualify based on other teams’ results.
Post-Australia, if India does not qualify for the WTC final, attention will shift toward younger talents like Sai Sudharsan and Devdutt Padikkal. These players are seen as potential replacements ready for international cricket.
Performance Analysis of Rohit and Kohli
Recent statistics reveal concerning trends among senior players. Rohit Sharma has scored 1,210 runs from 35 innings in home Tests since February 2021, averaging 37.81 with four centuries. However, his recent form shows six scores of less than ten runs in his last ten innings.
Similarly, Virat Kohli has averaged only 30.91 over 25 innings during this period, managing just one century on a flat Ahmedabad pitch. A former selector remarked that while Australian pitches may favor batting, overcoming self-doubt after such humiliating defeats will be difficult.
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