India’s WTC final hopes have taken another hit after their second Test against Sri Lanka ended in a frustrating draw in Colombo. From reaching two WTC finals to now sitting fifth in the table, what has gone wrong for India in Test cricket? With just seven Tests left, including two in New Zealand and five against Australia, the margin for error is barely there. Rupha Ramani looks at India’s Test slump, the pressure on Gautam Gambhir and what India must fix to keep their WTC hopes alive.
Meanwhile, Pakistan cricket is embroiled in another controversy after the PCB threatened to keep its players off the field over a Sky Sports interview with Imran Khan’s sons. The interview was eventually aired, but Pakistan cricket continues to make headlines for political issues. From the Imran Khan controversy to the Asia Cup handshake row and the bizarre trophy standoff, controversies have never been an issue in Pakistan cricket. Rupha Ramani looks at why the players and the sport keep getting caught in the middle. Also on the show is the Japan’s Asian Games problem. They are struggling to keep up with the capacity, and has simply asked individuals to find their own space. No Games Village means thousands of athletes and officials will instead stay on a cruise ship, in temporary accommodation and across hotels. Moreover, the typhoon season can affect the Games furthermore. Rupha Ramani looks at whether Japan’s attempt to prioritise sustainability has gone a step too far.
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