IND vs AUS | Since I became the captain, we prepared for this day, says Rohit Sharma
The HinduRohit Sharma at press conferences is often about the measured word, an impish smile and the rare streak of exasperation. As the Indian skipper prepared for the World Cup final against Australia, he addressed the media at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on November 18. About rival Australia, Rohit paid his respects while equally backing his unit: “Both teams deserve to play the final and we do understand the importance of what Australia can do. We will stick to it.” Keep calm and play cricket is perhaps Rohit’s mantra, and he elaborated: “We know how the outside environment is, the expectations, pressure, criticism, and even accolades. But I have to focus on what my team needs me to do and put aside everything.” And as for the playing surface, Rohit said: “The pitch used for the Pakistan game, there was no grass on it.