IND vs AUS WTC Final 2023: India Leaving No Stone Unturned in Preparations
Team India is making sure they are leaving no stone unturned in their preparations for the upcoming World Test Championship Final. To make sure their fielding is up to the mark, the Men in Blue have been focusing on techniques which will help them adjust to the moving ball. To this end, a drill with coloured rubber balls has been carried out at the Arundel Cricket Club.
Rubber Balls Used for Catching Practice
The Indian team has been using rubber balls of various colours for catching practice. This is done to help them adjust to last-minute deviations which could cost them dearly. Green and yellow have been the most prominent colours used. These rubber balls are different from the tennis balls usually used for training keepers.
Significance of Green Coloured Balls in Gill’s Training
When asked about the significance of the green coloured balls used to give catching practice to Gill, a former India coach stated that there is no scientific or cricketing reason for any specific colour.
Conclusion
Team India is making sure that they are well-prepared for the upcoming World Test Championship Final. To this end, they have been using coloured rubber balls for catching practice, which helps them adjust to last-minute changes which could make the difference between winning and losing the match.