Team India is gearing up in full flow ahead of the highly-anticipated ICC World Test Championship final. It would take on New Zealand at the Rose Bowl in Southampton on June 18.
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It would be the first time that Team India would be playing a Test at a neutral venue. Furthermore, with this being the maiden final of the maiden edition of the prestigious tournament of the longest format, it would be extra special for India that has been exceptional throughout the competition and the format itself.
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Meanwhile, India would be donning a special jersey for the grand occasion. On the same note, Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja has given the first look of the same.
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Jadeja is seen wearing the sweater for the event, which gives a retro look, with the twin blue borders around the neck, while the rest of the shirt remains simple, with the team name in the middle, along with the BCCI logo and the WTC logo. Jadeja captioned it, “⏪Rewind to 90’s 👕 #lovingit #india”.
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Currently, Team India is quarantining in Mumbai ahead of its scheduled departure to England on Wednesday. Upon arrival in Southampton, it would undergo another ten-day quarantine, with three days of stern one, followed by relaxed seven-day isolation, during which the side would be allowed to train in the venue’s bubble premises.
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Meanwhile, the International Cricket Council has confirmed that the trophy would be shared in case of a drawtie. Following the conclusion of the WTC final, India would remain in England and continue to train for a month before playing a five-Test series against the host for the Pataudi Trophy.NOTE: Asianet News humbly requests everyone to wear masks, sanitise, maintain social distancing and get vaccinated as soon as eligible. Together we can and will break the chain #ANCares #IndiaFightsCorona
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