NEW DELHI: The speak of break up captaincy is doing the rounds in Indian cricket after the likes of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and KL Rahul haven’t been part of the group since India’s unceremonious semifinal exit from the T20 World Cup final yr.
And Hardik Pandya, within the absence of Rohit, has instilled a fireplace into the group together with his management abilities within the shortest format. The all-rounder can be seen because the front-runner to steer the group within the 2024 T20 World Cup.
But India head coach Rahul Dravid has a special take altogether on the problem and denied that his group has adopted break up captaincy.
“Not that I am aware of (India adopting split captaincy). That’s a question you need to ask the selectors but as of now, I don’t think so,” Dravid mentioned on the pre-match press convention forward of the third ODI between India and New Zealand.
Earlier this month, Dravid himself had known as for persistence because the Indian T20 group goes by means of a rebuilding section hinting that it could possibly be the tip of the highway for the likes of Kohli, Rohit and Rahul.
However, Rohit maintains that he hasn’t taken a name on his T20 future.
“We have three T20Is against New Zealand. We will see what happens after IPL. I have not decided to give up the format,” Rohit had mentioned earlier this month.
Preparatory camp forward of Border Gavaskar Trophy
With the build-up to the all-important four-match Test sequence in opposition to Australia clashing with the Ranji Trophy quarterfinals, no squad member will probably be launched to play within the home marquee match.
The Indian Test gamers are slated to affix a preparatory camp beginning February 2 whereas the Ranji Trophy quarterfinals are slated for January 31.
“We would really like that the boys are able to play but it is a tough one for us. I think the quarters are on 31st or 1st and the build-up to Border Gavaskar is at exactly the same time,” Dravid mentioned.
But the coach added that there could also be scope to launch gamers throughout the semifinals and last relying upon the state of affairs.
“Obviously, in the build-up to a big tournament like that, we won’t be able to release any players but when the series starts and an opportunity presents itself where someone is not playing and is required in the semifinal or final then we will certainly look at it.
“We have already agreed that the selectors is not going to be touching anybody enjoying the quarterfinal of the Ranji Trophy.”
Want to give game time to players who are in our scheme of things
With the series already in the bag, one would think that the third ODI against New Zealand is just a formality but Dravid sees it as an opportunity to provide valuable experience to his players.
“It’s undoubtedly not a formality, there is a chance to present the blokes sitting exterior who’re in our plans some sport time.
“It is important to win matches and series but you also have to give enough experience to your squad.
“So that when there’s an damage to somebody these gamers are in a position to play in massive tournaments. So it is good that now we have received the chance however this match shouldn’t be a formality,” Dravid said.
(With PTI Inputs)
And Hardik Pandya, within the absence of Rohit, has instilled a fireplace into the group together with his management abilities within the shortest format. The all-rounder can be seen because the front-runner to steer the group within the 2024 T20 World Cup.
But India head coach Rahul Dravid has a special take altogether on the problem and denied that his group has adopted break up captaincy.
“Not that I am aware of (India adopting split captaincy). That’s a question you need to ask the selectors but as of now, I don’t think so,” Dravid mentioned on the pre-match press convention forward of the third ODI between India and New Zealand.
Earlier this month, Dravid himself had known as for persistence because the Indian T20 group goes by means of a rebuilding section hinting that it could possibly be the tip of the highway for the likes of Kohli, Rohit and Rahul.
However, Rohit maintains that he hasn’t taken a name on his T20 future.
“We have three T20Is against New Zealand. We will see what happens after IPL. I have not decided to give up the format,” Rohit had mentioned earlier this month.
Preparatory camp forward of Border Gavaskar Trophy
With the build-up to the all-important four-match Test sequence in opposition to Australia clashing with the Ranji Trophy quarterfinals, no squad member will probably be launched to play within the home marquee match.
The Indian Test gamers are slated to affix a preparatory camp beginning February 2 whereas the Ranji Trophy quarterfinals are slated for January 31.
“We would really like that the boys are able to play but it is a tough one for us. I think the quarters are on 31st or 1st and the build-up to Border Gavaskar is at exactly the same time,” Dravid mentioned.
But the coach added that there could also be scope to launch gamers throughout the semifinals and last relying upon the state of affairs.
“Obviously, in the build-up to a big tournament like that, we won’t be able to release any players but when the series starts and an opportunity presents itself where someone is not playing and is required in the semifinal or final then we will certainly look at it.
“We have already agreed that the selectors is not going to be touching anybody enjoying the quarterfinal of the Ranji Trophy.”
Want to give game time to players who are in our scheme of things
With the series already in the bag, one would think that the third ODI against New Zealand is just a formality but Dravid sees it as an opportunity to provide valuable experience to his players.
“It’s undoubtedly not a formality, there is a chance to present the blokes sitting exterior who’re in our plans some sport time.
“It is important to win matches and series but you also have to give enough experience to your squad.
“So that when there’s an damage to somebody these gamers are in a position to play in massive tournaments. So it is good that now we have received the chance however this match shouldn’t be a formality,” Dravid said.
(With PTI Inputs)