A Familiar Team, But Unfamiliar Struggles
This isn’t what anyone expected from a team stacked with legends. The India Champions — led by icons like Yuvraj Singh, Harbhajan Singh, and Suresh Raina — are still chasing their first win in the World Championship of Legends 2025.
With three defeats and one no-result, their campaign so far has been more about missed moments than magical ones.
What’s Happened So Far?
To be fair, there have been sparks of brilliance. Shikhar Dhawan cracked a composed 91 against Australia. Yusuf Pathan has gone hard in the middle overs. But the team just hasn’t clicked as a unit.
Match Summary:
- Vs South Africa – Lost by 88 runs (DLS). AB de Villiers dominated from ball one.
- Vs Australia – Lost by four wickets. Dhawan’s 91 wasn’t enough.
- Vs England – Lost by 23 runs. Bopara’s unbeaten 110 shut the door.
- Vs Pakistan – No result due to rain.
After four games, India sits at the bottom of the table with just 1 point. For a team filled with champions, that’s hard to digest.
So… What’s Going Wrong?
On paper, this squad has it all — aggressive openers, a strong middle order, and experienced bowlers. But cricket isn’t played on paper.
- Bowling struggles — especially in the death overs. India has conceded over 10 runs per over in the final five, giving away crucial momentum.
- Fielding lapses — dropped chances and sluggish movement have cost them runs and morale.
- Captaincy concerns — Yuvraj Singh’s bowling rotations and field placements have raised questions.
Even Yuvi, normally calm and composed, has shown signs of visible frustration, shaking his head in disbelief after England’s late onslaught. Fans, too, have voiced concern over tactical decisions and energy levels on the field.
Still Time — But It’s Running Out
The format is ruthless. One more slip, and qualification could be out of reach. And it’s not just about winning — India need dominant wins to revive their Net Run Rate.
But beyond the math, they need a spark—something to rally around —a Raina classic, a Bhajji spell, or a Dhawan masterclass. One big moment could still flip this campaign.
Final Thoughts
This tournament was meant to be a celebration of cricket’s golden generation. But for India Champions, it’s beginning to feel like a cautionary tale: names alone don’t win matches — form and cohesion do.
They’re not done yet. But the clock’s ticking. One win could change everything — or seal their fate.
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