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India’s 2020–21 Border-Gavaskar Trophy journey reads like a classic comeback tale—a story of scars, resilience, and a team that refused to bow down, even when the odds stared them in the eye. The Nightmare in Adelaide The tour began in Adelaide, and the night that followed is etched into cricket’s folklore. India were bowled out

It’s said with confidence, sometimes even with relief. As if the longest format has finally run out of breath in a world addicted to instant highlights and six-hitting sprees. And on the surface, the argument sounds convincing. Empty stands on weekday mornings. Matches ending inside three days. Young fans who’d rather watch a 40-over game

You can gauge this by the fact that this sport is not only popular in cities but equally popular in villages. In a narrow lane, a group of children is arguing about who will bat first, or who should be given the first over. The wickets are made of stones. And the match? It feels