In front of a long-awaited important move Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25, India They are set to take part in a three-day intra-squad match starting this Friday at the WACA Stadium in Perth. However, this warm-up game will be played behind closed doors due to the strict measures imposed Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)intended to keep the public and the media out.
BCCI creates a fortress of secrecy
The closed-door match decision comes after the BCCI initially scrapped plans for an intra-team match between India and India. India A. The BCCI, which is now all set to field a full squad of 18, has mandated that all activities be conducted in strictest secrecy. According to The West Australian newspaper, the ground crew were instructed to turn off their phones and refrain from taking any pictures during the process. The WACA was draped in black drapes to prevent any public viewing, creating an atmosphere more reminiscent of a military operation than a sporting event.
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The Indian team is training
India’s practice has already started at the WACA, which is favored by the players Rishabh pants, Ravichandran Ashwin, Yashasvi Jaiswaland KL Rahul they saw that they were improving their skills. It is interesting that Virat Kohli Notably absent from these sessions, it raised eyebrows among fans and analysts alike. Privacy in training is not new; during his recent visit to Perth for T20 World Cup In 2022, similar measures were taken to stay away from their preparations. But this time, BCCI’s lockout seems tougher than ever.
Pitch Curator Alert 1St Test
As he prepares for his first Test against India Australia At Optus Stadium on November 22, the pitch curator issued a stark warning about the conditions they would face. He noted that the pitch would offer good bounce and pace, with a noticeable 10mm of grass remaining on the surface to help the fast bowlers. This could pose a significant challenge for India’s batsmen as they adapt to Australian conditions
With the series opener just days away, India’s domestic game will be a crucial opportunity for the players to adjust and strategize. The BCCI’s decision to impose such strict measures underlines its commitment to ensure the team remains focused and well prepared for what promises to be a fiercely contested series against Australia. As fans eagerly await the action, all eyes will be on how India can overcome these challenges in their quest for glory on Australian soil.
