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India Cancels Practice Game in Perth Before BGT

Perth Intra-Squad Game Scrapped Before BGT 2024-25.

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Last updated: November 1, 2024 3:39 pm
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Intra-Squad Game in Perth Scrapped by India

BCCI Cancels India’s Intra-Squad Game at WACA

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced that the planned intra-squad game between India and India A, originally scheduled to take place at the WACA in Perth, has been called off. The decision means that India’s first Test against Australia in the Border-Gavaskar series will serve as their opening competitive fixture of the tour. This choice indicates a shift in strategy, as India focuses on intense training sessions to prepare for the series, rather than a formal warm-up match.

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BCCI Cancels India’s Intra-Squad Game at WACAIndia’s Focus Shifts to Rigorous Training SessionsInsights from Australia’s Training PlansPublic Access and Speculations on Match VisibilityIndia aims to come back against New ZealandIndia Looks Ahead to Border-Gavaskar SeriesPreparing for a Competitive Series Down Under

India’s Focus Shifts to Rigorous Training Sessions

Initially, India was set to face India A in a three-day warm-up game from November 15-17 in Perth. However, reports suggest the team management opted to prioritize training sessions to enhance their squad’s readiness for the challenging series against Australia. These sessions will include net practice and simulated match scenarios at the WACA, which is known for its fast and bouncy pitch. With this decision, the team aims to focus on preparing specific players and strategies to counter Australia’s strong home advantage.

Insights from Australia’s Training Plans

Intra-Squad Game in Perth Scrapped by India
Intra-Squad Game in Perth Scrapped by India

Interestingly, Australia will also be utilizing the WACA facilities for their training sessions after the Indian squad’s practice. Veteran Australian batsman Steve Smith recently commented on the pitch conditions in Perth, emphasizing how the WACA’s surface closely mimics the expected playing conditions at the Optus Stadium. Smith’s insight underscores the value of WACA training for both teams as they seek to gain familiarity with the local pitch characteristics.

Public Access and Speculations on Match Visibility

The scrapped intra-squad match was initially planned to be a closed-door event; however, there were earlier reports suggesting that it might be open to the public, as seen in India’s pre-2022 T20 World Cup matches against a WA XI team. This decision to train privately instead could reflect India’s commitment to honing their skills in a more controlled and focused environment, away from the pressures of public scrutiny.

India aims to come back against New Zealand

Meanwhile, the Indian team is occupied with a Test series against New Zealand. India, however, faced unexpected setbacks in the first two Tests, losing to New Zealand in Bengaluru and Pune. New Zealand’s historic series win has added pressure on India to reclaim form before their Australian tour. The current series concludes with a final Test at the Wankhede Stadium, where India aims to avoid a whitewash and regain confidence.

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India Looks Ahead to Border-Gavaskar Series

With the Border-Gavaskar series drawing closer, India’s strategic shift toward intensive training at the WACA signals their intent to prepare meticulously. Although they have canceled the intra-squad match, the team’s focus remains strong on acclimating to Australian conditions through targeted training. The sessions will provide valuable practice on fast and bouncy wickets, similar to those likely to be encountered throughout the series.

Preparing for a Competitive Series Down Under

As India continues its preparations, the decision to forgo the intra-squad match highlights a tailored approach that seeks to optimize each player’s readiness for Australia’s challenging conditions. With both teams gearing up rigorously at the WACA, the anticipation for a fiercely competitive Border-Gavaskar series only intensifies.

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