BGT 2024-25: What advice did Kapil Dev give for scoring big runs against the Aussies?
Xtra Time Web Desk: Kapil Dev, former India captain, has urged the country's struggling batters to focus on the basics and increase their practice time ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia. With India needing a series win to secure a spot in the World Test Championship final, the upcoming series has taken on immense importance, raising the stakes for the team.
India enters the tour of Australia on the back of a disappointing 3-0 loss to New Zealand at home, which exposed significant weaknesses in the batting lineup. Senior players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli had a tough series, with underwhelming scores that left the team’s batting order floundering. In a recent interview with CricketNext, Kapil Dev stressed the need for the batters to revisit their fundamentals and devote more time to practice in order to rediscover their form for the crucial series.
Read More: IND vs NZ: Why did Robin Uthappa get upset with Chennai Super Kings? You’ll be shocked to know
“Go back to the basics. Practice and practice and practice. If you say I will improve by sitting in the room, then it is not going to happen. If you are going through a rough time, just practice more. The more you practice, the better it will be for you," Kapil Dev said.
Kapil Dev underscored the valuable experience of both Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, who have ample experience in Australian conditions. However, their recent form slump, paired with struggles from other batters, has raised serious concerns for the Indian team. Dev believes that by focusing on the fundamentals, the batters can regain the confidence needed to tackle Australia’s formidable bowling attack.
Read More: BGT 2024-25: Sunil Gavaskar’s bold take on replacing Rohit Sharma as captain! but why?
With the first Test scheduled to begin on November 22 in Perth, anticipation is building as fans and analysts eagerly await India’s response to the Australian challenge. The series will not only test individual performances but also have significant implications for India’s future in the World Test Championship. Dev’s comments emphasize the need for the team to sharpen their technique and mental approach, particularly given Australia’s strong bowling attack, led by Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc, and the demanding conditions at venues like Perth and Adelaide.
As the Border-Gavaskar Trophy approaches, the pressure on India’s batters to rise to the occasion and meet the expectations of this high-stakes series is mounting. For the team, this presents a crucial opportunity to regroup, refine their strategies, and make a bold statement in one of cricket’s most iconic rivalries.
