Can India overcome their reputation for choking in major cricket tournaments at the World Cup 2023?

India is considered the favorites in the upcoming ODI World Cup, but they also carry the tag of "chokers" due to their poor performance in major ICC tournaments since winning the 2013 Champions Trophy. Despite their previous successes, including winning the ODI World Cup in 2011 and the inaugural T20 World Cup in 2007, India has struggled to win multi-team tournaments. While factors like selection policy, planning, and workload management may have contributed to their failures, the core issue lies in how the team handles pressure, adjusts to different conditions, and copes with adverse situations on and off the field. Ravi Shastri, former India captain and coach, emphasizes the importance of mental strength and collective performance in team sports. India has the talent, experience, and team balance to win, but their ability to handle pressure and overcome challenges will determine their success in the tournament.