Champions Trophy 2025: Men in Blue Returns to Training After Break
A Well-Deserved Respite: Men in Blue Rejuvenate with Training Session
After a six-wicket victory over Pakistan, the Indian cricket team, fresh from its well-deserved two-day break, returned to training at the ICC Academy grounds on February 26, 2025. The Men in Blue had kick-started their campaign with a win over Bangladesh and cemented their spot in the semifinals with a thrilling victory over arch-rivals Pakistan.
The Road to the Semifinals: A Glimpse Ahead
The Indian team, led by Rohit Sharma, began their campaign with a win over Bangladesh and sealed their berth in the semifinals with a fruitful win over Pakistan. Next up, they will face New Zealand in the final league game of Group A on March 2, 2025, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. It will be interesting to see whether both teams opt to test their bench strength or stick to their winning combination.
Semi-Finals and Finals: The Road Ahead
India will face off in the first semifinal on March 4, 2025, in Dubai, while New Zealand will travel back to Lahore after their match on March 2, 2025, and play their knockout match on March 5, 2025.
Training Session: A Look-in
On a breezy and chilly evening, the Indian team had a nearly three-hour session at the ICC Academy grounds. Vice-captain Shubman Gill was the only absentee, but the remaining players made sure to make the most of the training session.
Net Practice: The Perfect Preparations
Washington Sundar, K.L. Rahul, and other batters took turns facing the spinners, while Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant, and other batsmen focused on their big-hitting skills. Shreyas Iyer and Axar Patel joined in later, taking throwdowns before the batsmen alternated between the three nets. The bowlers, including Harshal Rana, Arshdeep Singh, and Hardik Pandya, worked on their game as well.
A Session Worth the Wait
Later, the rest of the contingent joined the training session, with Rohit Sharma and Mohammed Shami being the only ones who opted out. The batters were determined to sharpen their big-hitting skills, taking on the bowlers and sending towering shots soaring towards the boundary. The onlookers were left on the edge of their seats, eager to see more of the action.
Revitalized and Ready: Men in Blue Eye Semifinals
The Indian team is seemingly rejuvenated and refreshed, ready to take on the challenges that lie ahead. With Morne Morkel, their bowling coach, rejoining the team after a brief absence, the Men in Blue are focusing on fine-tuning their game and geared up for the semifinals. Will they continue their winning streak? Only time will tell.
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