Team IndiaCampaign under strong leadership of Sourav Ganguly But ICC Cricket ODI World Cup in 2003 South Africa One of the most prestigious trips in the country’s cricket history.
ODI World Cup 2003 memorable visit to India
Despite starting on a vigilant note with a narrow win against Netherlands And a heavy blow to give a heavy blow Australia In the early stages, the team showed extraordinary patience and determination under Ganguly’s leadership. This was followed by an inspirational change. India won eight consecutive matches, such as defeated malicious opponents England, Pakistan And Sri LankaWhich caused a storm in the final with speed and faith.
While the final saw Australia once again dominating India, as the campaign was a decisive moment in the modern era of Indian cricket. The choice of Sachin TendulkarRahul Dravid, Virender Sehwag And Zaheer Khan Emerged as domestic names, and the team earned a massive praise for their courage, stability and unity on the global platform. In 2003, one of the largest talkings points of selection of India’s World Cup squad was excluded. VVS laxmanDespite being distinguished as one of the finest batsmen of his generation, Laxman never got a chance to represent India in the World Cup.
Laxman’s lapse from the squad for the 2003 edition in South Africa came as a blow to many fans and cricket pundits. While the selectors chose Dinesh MongiaThe emotional toll taken on Laxman, citing better adaptability for limited overs demands, was important. At that time his ODI form, 1240 on an average at a strike rate of 27.55 and 67.02, was not considered until the developed speed of one day format, especially in foreign situations.
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Sourav Ganguly breaks silence on WC 2003 Snow of Indian Cricket Icon
In a clear interview with PTI, former captain Ganguly opened the emotional latter of that selection decision. He revealed how deeply VVS Laxman was hurt by snob, and how it affected his personal coordination. Ganguly further said in detail that he eventually amended with his long-time team partner, and emphasized that the decision was never personal-it was purely based on the team balance and strategic needs.
“This has happened many times when we rested the players. They were unhappy. Laxman was being left out of the World Cup … He never talked to me for three months. Then I worked with them. Anyone will be upset … for the World Cup. Ganguly was called by PTI.
However, after the later cup of the world, there was a classic case of redemption. Laxman made a great comeback in the ODI side and proved his critics wrong with stellar performance. He was particularly an important role in the victory of India’s historical series. Pakistan In 2004, which is one of the most famous foreign countries in the country. Laxman also impressed during a tour of Australia around that time, which showed his adaptation ability in forms. By the end of its ODI career, Laxman had submitted an average of 2338 runs in 86 matches at 30.76, with a strike rate of 71.23 including six centuries.
“When we returned, he returned to the ODI system. He played an outstanding series in Pakistan and Australia. We won in Pakistan for the first time, and VVS played a very important role. He knew behind his mind that it was never personal,” Ganguly concluded.
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