ICC Trophies have a rich history and are deeply ingrained in the legacy of cricket. Winning an ICC Trophy allows a team to etch their name in the annals of the sport, contributing to their country's cricketing heritage. Teams that have won multiple ICC Trophies are often remembered as dominant forces in the game. One of the best examples is the Australian cricket team.Β
They have won the ICC World Cup five times in 1987, 1999, 2003, 2007, and 2015. They have won a total of 9 ICC Trophies and the recent WTC Trophy is a recent addition. They are one of the most dominant teams in the world and in every ICC tournament, Australian players have performed exceptionally well.
Australiaβs arch-rival, Team India is also one of the strongest teams in the world having some world-class players in the current squad. However, they have still failed to lift an ICC Trophy and it has been a decade. The top bookmakers have cricket odds with them.
After the captaincy of MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, and Rohit Sharma have completely failed as the leaders of the team. After their recent WTC loss against Australia, the question has come up again and this time it is a heated debate that why team India has failed to lift a single ICC Trophy in the last ten years.
Constant Changes in The Playing XI
Team India is known to play a maximum number of international matches against various teams. There is too much cricket happening and one thing has been constant in these past 10 years. BCCI and the selection committee have played musical chairs with the process of the selection of players for the senior team. The primary reason for these changes was to just experiment with different combinations, strategies, and players.Β
Team management thought that it will give a good depth to the team. However, nothing as such has happened and in fact, the team harmony has been affected. Regular changes in the team also create insecurities among the players and they donβt have a clear picture of their future with the team. The players live in dilemma and because of the same reason an unstable player might not be able to perform under pressure.
Inconsistency from Senior and Experienced Players
It is not the first time team India has found themselves in such a situation. In the past as well, team India has shown their dependency on experienced players and if their form goes on for a toss, the performance of the whole team declines immediately. As of now Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma have completely failed to perform in all the formats of the game.Β
Even before taking on the captaincy, Rohit Sharma was struggling with his form. After two years of below-average performances, Virat Kohli bounced but the consistency is still missing. Players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli need to make sure that they set up examples for the youngsters and play long innings under pressured situations.
Indian Premier League and Packed Calander of Indian Players
Indian Premier League has completely revived Indian cricket and it has given a huge talent pool to Indian cricket. However, IPL is a demanding tournament that spans several weeks and involves a high number of matches.Β
This can lead to player fatigue, especially for those who participate in the IPL along with international cricket. The workload management of players becomes crucial to prevent injuries and burnout, as excessive cricket can impact their performance in international matches. The pressure and intensity of the IPL can sometimes lead to a dip in form or performance for players.Β
The focus on franchise cricket and the allure of financial rewards might shift a player's priorities, potentially affecting their dedication and performance in international matches.
