The afterglow of the Asiad gold
The article discusses the performance and selection strategy of the Indian men's cricket team at the Asian Games. It explores the challenges of managing squad depth while balancing international commitments and tournament expectations.
Why it matters
Cricket selection policies in India are a major cultural and sporting topic, reflecting the country's massive investment in the sport.
To be installed the overwhelming favourite ahead of any major sporting extravaganza is a double-edged sword. The moniker is suggestive of a formidable individual (or team) clearly more skilled, more temperamentally adjusted, and the most likely to go all the way, but it also comes with a rider. You are marked; the rest will be doubly determined to hunt you down and add a coveted scalp to their kitty.
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