Asia Cup debacle a wake-up call: Shastri

Celebrated cricketer-turned commentator Ravi Shastri says the Indian team's debacle in the Asia Cup in Sri Lanka [ Images ] will serve as a "wake-up call" for the side.

"The defeat in the Asia Cup final was a big setback. But knowing the talent of this side, it is going to be temporary. It is a wake-up call for the team," said the former all-rounder, who was in Delhi [ Images ] for the unveiling of the ICC [ Images ] Champions Trophy [ Images ].

"1983 was the turning point of Indian cricket. This team has the potential to repeat the feat of the 1983 World Cup-winning side," said Shastri, a member of the Kapil Dev-led team that won the World Cup.

India [ Images ], he said, could begin their pursuit of the ultimate dream this September.

"For starters, India can look to win the Champions Trophy," he said.

"We are the joint-holders. It is an important tournament. India is placed in a group alongside Pakistan and Kenya. It is a knock-out, you lose one game and you are out. You got to be on the top of your game."

Dashing middle-order batsman Yuvraj Singh [ Images ], who made his international debut in the 2000 Champions Trophy, said he has fond memories of the tournament and would look to give his best in the 12-team competition, beginning in England [ Images ] on September 10.