India's T20 World Cup Challenge: Countering Spin and Top-order Predictability

India's assistant coach, Ryan ten Doeschate, has pinpointed two major hurdles facing the team as they prepare for the Super 8s of the T20 World Cup. The predictability of the left-handed top order and difficulties against finger spinners threaten their performance.

Despite being leading contenders, India's top-three batters, Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, and Tilak Varma have struggled, making it easier for opposition teams to formulate plans. Off-spinners, used in the powerplay, have been particularly effective against them.

As India looks ahead to matches against South Africa, Zimbabwe, and West Indies, Doeschate emphasizes the need for batters to find strategies to overcome the challenge of finger spin, especially when pitches offer little bounce and pace.