“Our processes are not going to change”

Team India head coach Rahul Dravid has mentioned that they may stick to the identical processes within the 2023 World Cup semi-final which have helped them obtain success to this point within the event. The former Indian captain admitted there can be strain, however stays assured concerning the group’s capability to deal with it.

The Men in Blue completed the group stage unbeaten and recorded their ninth consecutive victory with an enormous 160-run win over the Netherlands on Sunday, November 12. They will face New Zealand within the semi-finals on Wednesday, November 15, on the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. India secured a four-wicket win over the Kiwis of their group stage encounter.

Speaking to broadcasters on Sunday, Dravid mentioned:

“I think it would be inauthentic to say it’s just another game (the semi-final). I think it’s a bit inauthentic. Yes, of course, it’s a semi-final. But I think our processes are not going to change. We do recognize that it’s an important game; it’s a knockout game. We have to accept the fact that there will be a certain amount of pressure.”

The house facet appear to have all their bases coated with each participant hitting their stride on time. Both Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have amassed over 500 runs within the event, whereas Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, and Ravindra Jadeja have taken over 15 wickets every with good averages.

“All we can do is play what is in front of us” – Rahul Dravid

Dravid additionally highlighted that the vibe across the group is sort of particular at this level and that they are attempting to not get forward of themselves. The 50-year-old added:

“I think the way we have responded to pressure so far gives us a lot of belief and a lot of confidence. I don’t think we will change anything in the way we prepare or the way we train. I am really confident; just the vibe in the group and the energy in the group are really good at this point in time. All we can do is play what is in front of us. Staying in the moment. Plan well, prepare well, and play a good game of cricket.”

The Kiwis famously ended India’s run within the semi-finals within the 2019 World Cup and the Men in Blue can be eager to avenge that loss on Wednesday.