By Several former cricketers and pundits, including Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussain, have highlighted Team India’s “undeniable advantage” in the ICC Champions Trophy by playing all their matches in Dubai.
Here are the key reasons: Reduced Travel: Unlike other teams, India does not have to travel between venues or countries, allowing for more consistent preparation.
Jonathan Agnew referred to the verdict as a “farce”.
Nasser Hussain and Michael Atherton both raised worry over India’s advantage by playing in Dubai4.
However, Pat Cummins later stated that some of his comments were misattributed, but other critics’ overall condemnation remains.
Preparation Consistency: Knowing the location of all matches, including the semi-final, allows India to stick to a constant routine and plan without travelling to multiple sites.
Some believe that, while this is advantageous, it is difficult to assess its impact on team performance. Despite this, many cricket analysts believe that playing at a single location gives India a significant advantage over the other teams in the event.
