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The last couple of weeks have felt dull and uneventful for Indian cricket fans, with no major action taking place. While contests such as South Africa vs. England, Pakistan's tri-series, and Sri Lanka vs. Zimbabwe have offered brief entertainment, the real excitement begins next week when the Asia Cup returns. The tournament will mark the start of a hectic, non-stop schedule for Team India that stretches all the way to the T20 World Cup.

With such a packed calendar on the horizon, Indian players and support staff are enjoying a rare period of rest. Head coach Gautam Gambhir, too, has taken a step back from the game before diving...