by Rohit Bhandiye
The Indian cricket team held their first practice session at the newly built Trelawny Stadium in Montego Bay, Jamaica on Saturday.
With the entire team yet to recover well from a long and punishing journey, captain Rahul Dravid and his team took it easy in their first practice session.
"Some of the boys are still trying to get over the jet lag. But we've been very happy with the facilities and there is a good spirit and feeling in the group," Dravid said.
Having reached the final of the last World Cup, expectations are even higher this time around.
Dravid's team has had mixed success coming into the World Cup, having beaten both West Indies and Sri Lanka in one day series at home.
But coach Greg Chappell does not read too much into those wins and does not consider India as the favourites.
"We are quietly confident that we got the make up to do well in the tournament. I think that's the important thing. Whether you are the favourite or not, is all about execution," Chappell said.
Master batsman Sachin Tendulkar will be playing in his fifth World Cup this time.
As the most experienced player in his team, much will depend on Tendulkar's form.
Having got close by reaching the final on previous occasion in South Africa, Tendulkar is determined to do well this time around.
The World Cup is the most important trophy that is missing from Tendulkar's list of achievements in his long and glittering career.
"It's not only me, but the entire nation's dream. It is extremely important. We've tried our best in the past and we will continue to do that," he said.
India will play two practice matches against the Netherlands and West Indies in Jamaica next week before starting their World Cup quest.
India are placed in Group B along with former champions Sri Lanka, first-timers Bermuda and minnows Bangladesh against whom they play their first game on March 17.
Source : http://www.cricketworldcuplatest.com
The Indian cricket team held their first practice session at the newly built Trelawny Stadium in Montego Bay, Jamaica on Saturday.
With the entire team yet to recover well from a long and punishing journey, captain Rahul Dravid and his team took it easy in their first practice session.
"Some of the boys are still trying to get over the jet lag. But we've been very happy with the facilities and there is a good spirit and feeling in the group," Dravid said.
Having reached the final of the last World Cup, expectations are even higher this time around.
Dravid's team has had mixed success coming into the World Cup, having beaten both West Indies and Sri Lanka in one day series at home.
But coach Greg Chappell does not read too much into those wins and does not consider India as the favourites.
"We are quietly confident that we got the make up to do well in the tournament. I think that's the important thing. Whether you are the favourite or not, is all about execution," Chappell said.
Master batsman Sachin Tendulkar will be playing in his fifth World Cup this time.
As the most experienced player in his team, much will depend on Tendulkar's form.
Having got close by reaching the final on previous occasion in South Africa, Tendulkar is determined to do well this time around.
The World Cup is the most important trophy that is missing from Tendulkar's list of achievements in his long and glittering career.
"It's not only me, but the entire nation's dream. It is extremely important. We've tried our best in the past and we will continue to do that," he said.
India will play two practice matches against the Netherlands and West Indies in Jamaica next week before starting their World Cup quest.
India are placed in Group B along with former champions Sri Lanka, first-timers Bermuda and minnows Bangladesh against whom they play their first game on March 17.
Source : http://www.cricketworldcuplatest.com
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