Gambhir-Agarkar’s big strategy in Australia
These days the Indian cricket team is playing the Border-Gavaskar Trophy for a five-match Test series in Australia. The results of this series will not only be important for the performance of Team India, but also for the performance of two senior stars, Rohit Sharma And Virat Kohlican also decide the future. The Board of Cricket in India (BCCI) appointed the Chief Selector during this tour. Ajit Agarkar Has been instructed to stay in Australia, so that the head coach of Team India Gautam Gambhir Future strategy can be prepared together.
Question on senior players: Last chance?
The performance of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in the home Test series against New Zealand was disappointing. Rohit scored only 90 runs and Kohli scored 93 runs, due to which the team had to face defeat. India have two major ICC tournaments to play in the coming eight to nine months, and the BCCI is in a mood to discuss the role of senior players ahead of these tournaments.
According to sources, the board wants clarity on the future of these senior players. It is possible that the Border-Gavaskar Trophy may prove to be decisive for his Test career. Also, the board wants to understand their plans for the 2027 ODI World Cup.
Roadmap of Gambhir and Agarkar
BCCI source said that Agarkar and Gambhir will together prepare a roadmap for the future of the team during this tour. The selectors believe that at least one and a half year’s time is needed to prepare a team with strong backup players. It is important for both to be unanimous regarding this process.
The source said,
“Agarkar and Gambhir know that there is criticism about poor performance in India, which is natural. It is a long tour, so they will meet together and discuss plans on how to make the team stronger in the future.”
Out of T20, but focus on ODI
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are not currently part of the Indian T20 team, but their contribution in the ODI format is still considered important. The board will discuss the interest of these two players and their roles regarding the 2027 ODI World Cup.
Future question: Will there be a big change in the team?
The performance of the senior players of the Indian team has always been the main basis of the team’s success. However, the defeat against New Zealand has forced BCCI to consider its future prospects with young players. If Rohit and Virat fail to perform in this series, it could prove to be decisive for the next phase of their career.
Eyes on Australia tour
This tour is not limited to just win-loss for Indian cricket, but can also open the way for big decisions. The eyes of the fans will now be on how Rohit and Virat prove their place and in which direction the Gambhir-Agarkar roadmap will take Indian cricket.
