ICC Cricket World Cup 2015: MS Dhoni and his men start ‘Mission Defence’ after win over Pakistan

Team India were in no mood for celebrations as it was just the beginning of Mission Defence after their win over Pakistan.

Back home when the entire nation was celebrating India’s 76-run win over Pakistan at Adelaide, skipper MS Dhoni and team were in no mood for extravagant celebrations as it was just the beginning of Mission Defence and there is no time to rejoice.

The Indian team preferred to stay away from all the frenzy and festivities. As reported by PTI, one of the key member from Indian support staff after reaching Melbourne said, “Its only the first match against Pakistan. Everyone is happy that we have won the match but why do we need to celebrate one victory? Have we won the World Cup? There were absolutely no celebrations. The cricketers were tired after a gruelling match and they needed a lot of rest. Everyone just retired to their rooms.”

A source reportedly said, “The Indian team had a morning flight from Adelaide to Melbourne. We were here for the last fortnight and everyone had to do their packing and all after the match and also needed a good night’s sleep. We came by a Qantas flight and the players will get a couple of days rest before they again hit the straps.”

Since India play their next game against AB de Villiers-led South Africa, it seemed obvious that Dhoni and Team Director Ravi Shastri don’t want the concentration level of the team to waiver but at the same time want a relaxed environment.

More than 100 Indian fans with ‘Dholaks’ were present at the Inter-Continental Hotel in Adelaide where the team were staying but the players were too tired to live the moment and quickly left the lobby and disappeared into the elevators.