Xtra Time Web Desk: The Indian cricket team gearing up for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 opener against Australia in Chennai on Sunday. Captain canaltaronja.cat Rohit Sharma engaged in an optional practice session at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. Accompanied by Shardul Thakur and Kuldeep Yadav, Rohit took throwdowns from specialists Raghu, Nuwan, Dayanand and also faced local net bowlers.
What set Rohit’s net session apart was his focus on avoiding playing aerial shots. This strategic choice indicates a meticulous approach, emphasizing adaptability to different match situations. Shardul Thakur, although unlikely to be in the playing XI, dedicated considerable time to batting, showcasing the team’s preparation for unforeseen circumstances.
Kuldeep Yadav, the left-arm spinner, bowled to Rohit during the practice. Notably absent from the team’s training the previous day, Kuldeep’s return to action signifies his involvement in the team’s plans for the upcoming tournament.
Meanwhile, Head Coach Rahul Dravid engaged in discussions with ICC’s pitches and ground committee representative Mike Atkinson and local curator Ramesh. This suggests a collaborative effort to ensure optimal playing conditions and strategic pitch preparation.
As the team fine-tunes its strategies, anticipation builds for the high-stake clash with Australia in the much-anticipated ICC Cricket World Cup 2023.