Illogical View 07

Howdy, fellas. Another day, another final for Team India. Thinking Cricketer here – ready to unpack the latest from the Ind vs Aus semi-finals

Winning the knockouts is all about acting normal. Mistakes occur when a player becomes overly focused on motivation or winning at all costs when they should focus on the ball or the batter.

India played their normal consistent game to make it to the CT25 finals

Let's be real – beating Australia in a knockout match is every Indian cricket fan's ultimate dream. The 2023 World Cup heartbreak still stings, making this victory even more meaningful.

Four spinners in the semi-finals? That unprecedented strategy worked like a charm. Restricting Australia to 265 was a battle half-won. Australia’s young bowling lineup fought hard, but India's determination was unbreakable.

The magic was in constant strike rotation from Kohli-iyer and later onslaught from Axar Patel, Kl Rahul and Hardik Pandya to kill the game. Shreyas Iyer at No. 4 has been creating crucial breathing room for the team, easing top-order pressure while giving lower-order freedom to attack. Axar Patel at no 5 is another tactical masterstroke from team management.

Indian team management, to their credit,hasn’t shied away from making bold decisions.

This victory is more than just a win. It's about overcoming a historical challenge, proving that India can consistently challenge and beat Australia when it matters most.

What India needs to do in the finals

A) Double down on winners: Each batter has a set role executed perfectly. Shreyas Iyer at No. 4 has eased top-order pressure while allowing lower order to attack freely. Virat Kohli still runs the show in ODIs – his contribution is non-negotiable.

Rohit Sharma needs to prioritise runs over strike rate

B)Spin to win: India’s 4-spinner strategy is their biggest strength in creating prolonged spin chokeholds during middle overs. Mohd. Shami looked his best in the semi-final. Kuldeep Yadav is the one who needs to step up to not become the opposition target during the final match.

C) Element of surprise: While maintaining their core strategy, a tactical twist could be game-changing. Arshdeep Singh might just be that X-factor, especially against South African batters.

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