WTC Final: Former Pakistan player slams Team India coach Rahul Dravid for his poor tactics

India is facing a tough challenge from formidable Australia in the ongoing World Test Championship (WTC) Final at the Oval.

Australia are in a commanding position with a lead of around 350 as per the latest report. They are expected to bat as long as possible, making it a daunting task for India to chase down a massive total in their second innings. In the first innings, Rohit Sharma’s side conceded 469 runs, and their own batting performance was lackluster, with the team reduced to 71/4. However, Ajinkya Rahane and Shardul Thakur’s impressive 109-run partnership saved India from a follow-on.

Former Pakistan batter Basit Ali has slammed Team India coach Rahul Dravid for some of his decision-making during the WTC final. As per Ali, Rohit’s side lost the match due to their decision to bowl first, and now the only hope for India is a miracle.

“India lost the match the moment they chose to bowl worrying about the first two hours. And the kind of bowling that was on display was just like IPL. By lunch, the Indian bowlers appeared so happy as if they had won the match. All India can do now is hope to get them out cheaply and hope for a miracle in the fourth innings,” said Ali on his YouTube Channel.

Ali took a dig at Dravid suggesting that he was unable to comprehend India’s strategy.

“I am a huge Dravid fan. I have always been and will remain. He is a class player, a legend. But as a coach, he is absolutely zero. God knows what he was thinking,” Ali added.