Home World Cup: India's Biggest Advantage and Risk

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Firstpost•07-02-2026, 12:39
Home World Cup: India's Biggest Advantage and Risk
- •Playing a World Cup at home offers both immense advantages and significant pressures for the host nation.
- •India has hosted global men's tournaments five times previously, winning only the 2011 50-over World Cup.
- •The 2011 victory, driven by the 'do it for Sachin' spirit, saw India overcome a shaky league phase to win the title.
- •Suryakumar Yadav's team faces the challenge of replicating 2011 heroics amidst high expectations and constant scrutiny.
- •Despite pressures, the team possesses the skills and mindset to aim for a third T20 World Cup title at home.
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