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Ambati Rayudu was also part of the training group. It is worth mentioning that these were optional sessions, which highlights the immense drive and hunger the team has to dominate the first match of the series against the Australians.
The ODI series consists of three matches, starting with the opener in Sydney on January 12th. Following that, the teams will face off in Adelaide on January 15th, before concluding the series with the final match at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on January 18th.
2019 is shaping up to be a landmark year for Indian cricket. The victory in the recent Test series was nothing short of historic; India became the first Asian team to ever win a Test series on Australian soil, a feat that had previously eluded every other Asian nation.
By achieving this milestone under the leadership of Virat Kohli, India has etched its name in the history books. Consequently, all eyes are now on Kohli's squad to see if they can carry this momentum and dominance into the World Cup.
Turning to the legendary MS Dhoni, 2018 was a somewhat challenging year for the 'helicopter shot' master. Across twenty ODI matches last year, he managed to score only 275 runs, which was below his usual standards.
However, the all-round champion now seems completely focused on the upcoming fixtures. With the World Cup on the horizon, there is a lot of anticipation surrounding his performance. Having retired from Test cricket in Australia back in 2014, Dhoni is now eager to prove his fitness and form in ODIs, effectively silencing his critics.