New Delhi, July 30 -- India's market journey has moved into a consolidation phase resembling the "middle overs" in a cricket match, according to the July 2025 Alpha Strategist report by Motilal Oswal Private Wealth (MOPW). Drawing a cricketing analogy, the firm likens the current investment environment to a high-scoring pitch with stable macro fundamentals, and suggests investors focus on strategy and discipline rather than aggressive plays during this phase.

MOPW says the earlier Mar-Apr 2025 correction served as the "PowerPlay overs," where entry points offered attractive value, resulting in quick gains over the following three months. However, post-rebound, the markets have entered the "middle overs" - a period where investors should ...