Tushar Garg’s Post

An attempt (As per my observation on TV and interviews) as to why Australian succeed in Knockout matches and India doesn't majority of times: • Australian teams seems to play with so-called negative / not likable emotions - Disdain / Mockery - E.g. When an Interviewer asked Smith "How will they deal with India in the finals", he replied with a smirk "Interesting Question" as if saying "That's a cute question you kid" - Overconfidence - Already assuming internally that you are far superior makes you treat the other person less seriously leading to less stress in key matches - You would rarely see an Australian with tears of joy on winning (Barring Marnus Labuschane this WC) or while their National Anthem is being played. It seems they are less driven by Nationalism and more driven by upholstering their Aussie Spirit of aggression and dominance - Putting others down psychologically - Often we have seen Australians playing mind games like asking for referral to cause doubt in mind of player, hard core sledging • India seems to play with all the accepted positive emotions - Nationalism - We all including me feel all pumped up and emotional when our national anthem gets played. We associate the WC to the team doing something great for the country which in turn motivates the team but increases the stress more in crunch situations due to expectations - Dedication and sincerity - Mutual respect for everyone - Controlled aggression The above thoughts doesn't mean Australians do not play with respect or sincerity or Nationalism is a bad thing. It's just that a collection of negative attitudes seem to working great for a country (6 times WC champions) and a collection of positive attitudes seem to hinder a country in knockout matches (6 Knockout exits in last 10 years). Skills do not seem to be the differentiator as India has been a superior side since long. PS: If any opinion strikes you as incorrect , it might well be. I am just putting my thoughts here ☺️