India's Quest for Victory Down Under: Focus on the Series Amid WTC Challenges

India is set on winning the five-match series in Australia, putting the World Test Championship (WTC) final out of focus. Head coach Gautam Gambhir emphasized the goal of a 4-0 win, despite challenges like Rohit Sharma's absence due to personal reasons and Virat Kohli's form slump.

India's primary objective over the upcoming two months is securing victory in the five-match series in Australia, according to head coach Gautam Gambhir. The team is sidelining concerns about the World Test Championship (WTC) final, despite a recent 3-0 defeat by New Zealand that has complicated their path.

With Captain Rohit Sharma needing to lead India to a 4-0 sweep in Australia, the squad faces added pressure. Gambhir stressed that each series holds significance, focusing on the immediate task rather than the WTC final. The string of matches brings opportunities and difficult choices due to potential absences.

Challenges accompany Indian aspirations, including the absence of star players like Rohit during the opening Test for personal reasons and Virat Kohli's current lackluster form. Jasprit Bumrah might take up the captaincy in Rohit's place, while potential player dynamics are considered as KL Rahul's versatility comes into play.

(With inputs from agencies.)