Rohit Sharma told not to get ‘desperate’ in rough patch by old ally: 'Sometimes practicing too much isn't beneficial'
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma told not to get ‘desperate’ in rough patch by old ally: 'Sometimes practicing too much isn't beneficial'

Hindustan Times  

Former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar shared his assessment of Rohit Sharma's recent rough patch and also provided his advice for him to get the rhythm back. Nagpur: India's captain Rohit Sharma returns to pavilion after being dismissed by England's Saqib Mahmood during the first One Day International cricket match. Bangar, who has worked with Rohit previously during his stint as Team India's batting coach, suggested that the Indian skipper should not focus much on practice in this rough patch. The former batting coach asserted that it's not the time for Rohit to get desperate in his thinking and needs to remind himself what worked for him in the past.

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Rohit Sharma is a hardworking guy, easy to point finger at anyone: Harbhajan Singh
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Rohit Sharma is a hardworking guy, easy to point finger at anyone: Harbhajan Singh

India Today  

Former India off-spinner Harbhajan Singh has extended support to India captain Rohit Sharma following distasteful remarks on his fitness by Congress spokesperson Shama Mohamed. Harbhajan also shared his views on the controversy and said that it’s easy for people to point a finger at someone, but people need to understand the pressure of playing for one’s country. Rohit Sharma must …

'Tell me, who's better than him at the moment?' Rohit Sharma 'PR stunt' theory burned in 'extreme' message to Agarkar
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

'Tell me, who's better than him at the moment?' Rohit Sharma 'PR stunt' theory burned in 'extreme' message to Agarkar

Hindustan Times  

India captain Rohit Sharma may have silenced his critics over his form with a stunning century in the ODI series at home against England last month, but the sword still hangs over his future in Test cricket. Although the selectors do have time to take that big call, with India's next Test assignment being in June with the tour of …

KL Rahul focuses on big-hitting at nets ahead of Champions Trophy
1 month, 1 week ago

KL Rahul focuses on big-hitting at nets ahead of Champions Trophy

New Indian Express  

DUBAI: Gearing up for the finisher's role, wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul worked on his big-hitting skills as the Indian team trained for the second time on Monday ahead of their Champions Trophy opener against Bangladesh. Rahul, who scored a quick-fire 40 off 29 balls in the third ODI against England, was seen clearing the ropes with ease, practising sixes off almost …

Rohit Sharma unlikely to be selected for Tests again, Jasprit Bumrah to lead in England: Report
1 month, 1 week ago

Rohit Sharma unlikely to be selected for Tests again, Jasprit Bumrah to lead in England: Report

Firstpost  

Rohit Sharma’s revival as a batter as well as captain in the recently-concluded ODI series against England isn’t likely to keep him in contention for upcoming Test assignments with news agency PTI stating he isn’t likely to be considered for the format going ahead. Jasprit Bumrah is expected to succeed Rohit Sharma as Test captain on a full-time basis starting …

Rohit Sharma's class is different from the rest: 'Friend' Shardul Thakur
1 month, 1 week ago

Rohit Sharma's class is different from the rest: 'Friend' Shardul Thakur

India Today  

India pacer Shardul Thakur recently showered praise on his Mumbai teammate and long-time friend, India captain Rohit Sharma, in an interview with Revv Sports. Thakur reflected on Rohit's evolution as a batter and backed the veteran opener to bounce back from his recent slump, calling it nothing more than a temporary phase in an otherwise remarkable career. Thakur also reflected …

Cricket-India relieved as Rohit regains form ahead of Champions Trophy
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Cricket-India relieved as Rohit regains form ahead of Champions Trophy

Hindustan Times  

By Amlan Chakraborty Cricket-India relieved as Rohit regains form ahead of Champions Trophy NEW DELHI, - A month after his poor form forced Rohit Sharma to drop himself from a test match in Sydney, the India captain can finally breathe easy after producing a faith-restoring hundred in Sunday's second one-day international against England. Rohit quit T20 Internationals minutes after leading …

Big relief for captain Rohit & India in time
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Big relief for captain Rohit & India in time

New Indian Express  

There is no sweeter music in cricket than the sound of leather hitting the middle of timber. India skipper Rohit Sharma would have just kept hearing that sweet music during his knock against England in the second one-day international at Barabati Stadium on Sunday. After struggling to spend time in the middle, falling repeatedly to a combination of poor shots …

Enjoyed Scoring Runs, Broke Down My Innings In Pieces While Batting: Rohit Sharma
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Enjoyed Scoring Runs, Broke Down My Innings In Pieces While Batting: Rohit Sharma

ABP News  

Indian skipper Rohit Sharma said on Sunday that he “enjoyed” scoring a hundred for the team, and attributed his century to him “breaking down” his batting approach here on Sunday. I wanted to bat as deep as possible and that was my focus.” Rohit said he wanted place the ball precisely in the gaps as the England bowlers were aiming …

IND vs ENG 2nd ODI: Rohit Sharma returns to form with gritty half-century in Cuttack
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

IND vs ENG 2nd ODI: Rohit Sharma returns to form with gritty half-century in Cuttack

Firstpost  

Rohit Sharma returned to form with a brilliant half-century in the 2nd ODI against England, showcasing his class with elegant strokes. India’s skipper Rohit Sharma silenced his critics with a well-crafted half-century in the second ODI against England at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack. Rohit Sharma smashes an explosive fifty Chasing a challenging target set by England, Rohit started with …

Rohit Sharma explains how he prepared after century against England in Cuttack
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma explains how he prepared after century against England in Cuttack

India TV News  

India captain Rohit Sharma was under tremendous pressure leading to the second ODI against England at Barabati Stadium in Cuttack. He flopped in the Test series against New Zealand and Australia and also failed to justify his potential in the Ranji Trophy match against Jammu and Kashmir and also flopped against England in the first ODI. His performance raised doubts …

India-England
1 month, 2 weeks ago

India-England

The Hindu  

Batting coach Sitanshu Kotak was not concerned about captain Rohit Sharma’s form in ODI cricket ahead of India’s second ODI against England at the Barabati Stadium, here on Sunday. While downplaying Rohit’s poor form in red-ball cricket, Kotak cited the skipper’s statistics in the 50-over format to underline his point. When he keeps scoring runs in back-to-back matches, nobody asks …

Rohit running out of time to halt decline
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rohit running out of time to halt decline

Hindustan Times  

Cuttack: Rohit Sharma is struggling. Two matches to go for the Champions Trophy and India’s batting still teasing itself with the thrill of Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shreyas Iyer when Rohit and Virat Kohli should have been leading the charge is really leaving it too late. Kohli is the ultimate chase master, but no one has quite given the sheen to …

Ravichandran Ashwin reacts to Rohit Sharma's poor form; expects critics to stop when India captain performs
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ravichandran Ashwin reacts to Rohit Sharma's poor form; expects critics to stop when India captain performs

India TV News  

India captain Rohit Sharma is facing a slump in form. Later, he flopped on his Ranji Trophy return and in the first ODI against England, Rohit scored only two. His form is a matter of huge concern for India ahead of the Champions Trophy and the remaining two matches against England will be a good platform for the 37-year-old to …

India batting coach defends Rohit Sharma amidst poor form: Just a lean patch
1 month, 2 weeks ago

India batting coach defends Rohit Sharma amidst poor form: Just a lean patch

India Today  

Rohit Sharma might have scored just 166 runs in the last 16 innings, but that is not a cause for concern, said India's batting coach Sitanshu Kotak. Speaking about the India captain, batting coach Sitanshu Kotak said that there was no problem with Rohit's batting in white-ball cricket, as he had scored runs in India's previous ODI series against Sri …

Rohit Sharma will refrain from big hitting in ODIs due to poor form: Manjrekar
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma will refrain from big hitting in ODIs due to poor form: Manjrekar

India Today  

Former India cricketer turned commentator feels India captain will not continue his fearless and aggressive brand of cricket in the upcoming ODI series against England due to poor form. Rohit is coming into the series on the back of poor form in India’s recent long Test season. Hence, there’s massive scrutiny on Rohit’s form ahead of the series against England …

India's Rohit insists struggles 'nothing new' ahead of England ODIs
1 month, 2 weeks ago

India's Rohit insists struggles 'nothing new' ahead of England ODIs

New Indian Express  

NAGPUR: India skipper Rohit Sharma on Wednesday insisted his recent Test struggles were just part of the "ups and downs" of a long career as he looks to rediscover his form in three one-day internationals against England. Rohit and former captain Virat Kohli, who both retired from T20 internationals following India's World Cup win in the shortest format last year, …

What kind of question is that? Rohit Sharma stunned by reporter's 'Hitman' jibe in Nagpur
1 month, 2 weeks ago

What kind of question is that? Rohit Sharma stunned by reporter's 'Hitman' jibe in Nagpur

India Today  

Rohit Sharma has faced numerous tough spells as an opening batter in cricket. However, the Indian cricket team captain did not expect the kind of bouncer he encountered early in the press conference in Nagpur, held on the eve of the ODI series opener against England. A reporter asked Rohit Sharma if he was prepared for the challenge in ODI …

‘Leader’ Rohit Sharma motivates Mumbai Ranji team with passionate pep talk, video goes viral
1 month, 3 weeks ago

‘Leader’ Rohit Sharma motivates Mumbai Ranji team with passionate pep talk, video goes viral

Live Mint  

India captain Rohit Sharma recently played in the Ranji Trophy match between Mumbai and Jammu & Kashmir, following the BCCI's diktat that all cricketers must play domestic cricket to remain eligible for selection. Rohit did not captain Mumbai's Ranji side, with former India teammate Ajinkya Rahane taking the reins. Rohit Sharma's leadership: On the third day of the Ranji Trophy …

Ranji Trophy: Rohit Sharma's horror run with bat continues as India skipper departs for 3 during Mumbai-J&K match
2 months ago

Ranji Trophy: Rohit Sharma's horror run with bat continues as India skipper departs for 3 during Mumbai-J&K match

Firstpost  

After scoring just 31 runs at an average of 6.2 during the tour of Australia, India skipper Rohit Sharma made a forgettable return to domestic cricket after eight years by getting dismissed for yet another single-digit score in the Ranji Trophy match against Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday. Rohit Sharma endured a disappointing return to domestic cricket after eight years …

'No one has to tell him what to do' - Rahane offers vote of confidence ahead of Rohit Sharma's Ranji return
2 months ago

'No one has to tell him what to do' - Rahane offers vote of confidence ahead of Rohit Sharma's Ranji return

India TV News  

India captain Rohit Sharma had an extremely tough time with the bat in the recently concluded Border-Gavaskar Trophy. There were talks of him retiring from the format but Rohit dismissed all the reports and noted that he will be working hard to get back into the playing XI for the upcoming England series. He will be playing in the Ranji …

You know Rohit's character: Rahane backs India captain in candid press interaction
2 months ago

You know Rohit's character: Rahane backs India captain in candid press interaction

India Today  

Mumbai's Ranji Trophy captain Ajinkya Rahane has backed Rohit Sharma to regain form in red-ball cricket during the upcoming fixture against Jammu and Kashmir in Mumbai, starting Thursday, 23 January. Ajinkya Rahane downplayed concerns about the Indian captain's form, highlighting Rohit's calm demeanour in the lead-up to the match, which marks the resumption of the Ranji Trophy. Rohit Sharma and …

Hardik Pandya, Rohit Sharma practice together at Mumbai nets ahead of ICC Champions Trophy 2025; watch viral video
2 months, 1 week ago

Hardik Pandya, Rohit Sharma practice together at Mumbai nets ahead of ICC Champions Trophy 2025; watch viral video

Live Mint  

India captain Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya were seen training together at the Mumbai nets ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. While Rohit has joined the Mumbai Ranji Trophy team a few days back, Baroda all-rounder Hardik was Pandya, who took over the Mumbai Indians captaincy from Rohit in the previous season, bowled to his former MI skipper. With …

MCA selectors to approach Rohit for Ranji availability?
2 months, 1 week ago

MCA selectors to approach Rohit for Ranji availability?

Deccan Chronicle  

With Rohit Sharma joining the Mumbai Ranji team's practice session after a debacle at Australia, speculations are rife that the seasoned cricketer would be taking the advice of seniors and playing the Ranji games. However, his appearance in the domestic tournament would be subject to availability with the much awaited Champions Trophy hanging around the corner. Rohit Sharma was at …

Rohit Sharma trains with Mumbai’s Ranji Trophy team, bats with Ajinkya Rahane at MCA-BKC ground before IND vs ENG ODIs
Top News
2 months, 1 week ago

Rohit Sharma trains with Mumbai’s Ranji Trophy team, bats with Ajinkya Rahane at MCA-BKC ground before IND vs ENG ODIs

Live Mint  

Amidst calls to play domestic cricket when not on national duty, India captain Rohit Sharma joined Mumbai's Ranji Trophy on Tuesday for practice. With Mumbai resuming their Ranji Trophy 2024-25 campaign on January 23, it is still unclear whether Rohit will play a game for his state for the first time since 2015. Rohit's decision to train with the Mumbai …

Watch: Rohit Sharma arrives at Wankhede to train with Mumbai team after being advised to return to domestic cricket
2 months, 1 week ago

Watch: Rohit Sharma arrives at Wankhede to train with Mumbai team after being advised to return to domestic cricket

Firstpost  

India Test and ODI skipper Rohit Sharma, who has been advised to regain his form in domestic cricket after scoring just one half-century since September, had earlier “expressed interest” in training with defending Ranji Trophy champions Mumbai. Many a former cricketer had advised both Rohit and Kohli to return to domestic cricket and regain their form by playing in the …

Rohit Sharma 'expresses interest' in training with Mumbai team after forgettable tour of Australia
2 months, 1 week ago

Rohit Sharma 'expresses interest' in training with Mumbai team after forgettable tour of Australia

Firstpost  

Rohit, however, is yet to confirm his intention to play Mumbai’s upcoming Ranji Trophy match against Jammu and Kashmir. Rohit’s last appearance in domestic cricket was in the Duleep Trophy in 2016 while former India captain Kohli has not made an appearance since Delhi’s Ranji Trophy match against Uttar Pradesh in 2012. According to PTI, the ‘Hitman’ has “expressed interest” …

Rohit Sharma shows interest to train with Mumbai's Ranji Trophy team ahead of next red-ball clash
2 months, 1 week ago

Rohit Sharma shows interest to train with Mumbai's Ranji Trophy team ahead of next red-ball clash

India TV News  

India captain Rohit Sharma has reportedly expressed his interest to train with the Mumbai Ranji Trophy team ahead of their clash against Jammu and Kashmir. As per a report in PTI, the Indian veteran has shown his interest in featuring in the practice session with the Mumbai Ranji Trophy team and is likely to turn up for them in the …

‘Gambhir not similar to Chappell’: Ex-India star lambasts critics, claims coach 'respects and likes Rohit Sharma a lot’
2 months, 1 week ago

‘Gambhir not similar to Chappell’: Ex-India star lambasts critics, claims coach 'respects and likes Rohit Sharma a lot’

Hindustan Times  

India were totally dismantled in Australia during the recently concluded Border-Gavaskar Trophy, crumbling to a 1-3 thrashing. Meanwhile, Rohit also opted out of the final Test due to poor form, and since then multiple reports have been surfacing about his relationship with head coach Gambhir. After Rohit was missing from the playing XI for the final Test, some fans and …

"Rohit is not making enough sacrifices....": Sanjay Manjrekar on Indian skipper's Test future
2 months, 2 weeks ago

"Rohit is not making enough sacrifices....": Sanjay Manjrekar on Indian skipper's Test future

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai, : Former Indian cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar said that the Indian skipper will have to work hard on his defence and counter-attacking game ahead of the England Test tour later this year, noting that he is not making enough "sacrifices" for "one final burst" in his career like legends Sachin Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid did. ": Sanjay Manjrekar on Indian …

Rohit Sharma's hunger to play Test cricket should reflect in his actions: Bangar
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma's hunger to play Test cricket should reflect in his actions: Bangar

India Today  

Former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar believes that India captain Rohit Sharma, enduring a lean patch in Test cricket, needs to demonstrate his hunger for runs through his actions if he wants to continue playing the red-ball format. The Indian captain's poor performance with the bat drew widespread criticism, and after he opted out of the fifth Test against the …

Australia's ploy to 'break Rohit, make him anonymous, skip SCG Test' laid bare: 'They couldn't do it to Rahane, Bumrah'
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Australia's ploy to 'break Rohit, make him anonymous, skip SCG Test' laid bare: 'They couldn't do it to Rahane, Bumrah'

Hindustan Times  

Former Australia cricketer Kerry O’Keeffe identified the most crucial factor behind the home team's ability to reclaim the Border-Gavaskar Trophy after 10 years with a 3-1 series win against India. India's Jasprit Bumrah reacts with teammates during the trophy ceremony after the fifth cricket Test match between Australia and India Before the start of the series in Perth in November …

Rohit Sharma gets 'not a place for 37-year-old' message for England; Katich drops cheeky 'has career in comedy' remark
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma gets 'not a place for 37-year-old' message for England; Katich drops cheeky 'has career in comedy' remark

Hindustan Times  

Former Australia opener Simon Katich sent a brutal warning to India captain Rohit Sharma for India's tour of England later in the summer, which will mark the beginning of the fresh World Test Championship cycle, saying that the series might not be the one where he could regain his form. India's captain Rohit Sharma reacts after his dismissal during a …

VIDEO- Gambhir on Rohit and Kohli’s future after Border-Gavaskar Trophy defeat: They will plan for best interest of Indian cricket
2 months, 2 weeks ago

VIDEO- Gambhir on Rohit and Kohli’s future after Border-Gavaskar Trophy defeat: They will plan for best interest of Indian cricket

The Hindu  

Twice over seven days, Gautam Gambhir has turned up for press conferences. And during the second time he met the media at the Sydney Cricket Ground here on Sunday, the Indian coach refused to reveal a clear road-map for seniors Rohit and Virat Kohli. But yes, they still have the hunger, they still have the passion, they are tough people …

Rohit, Virat urged to play country cricket after BGT flop show; Ex-India star says ‘England will be same’
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Rohit, Virat urged to play country cricket after BGT flop show; Ex-India star says ‘England will be same’

Live Mint  

Veteran Indian batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's struggle runs have intensified especially during the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy. With India not playing Test cricket for a while, the team management and selectors will have a big call to make on the future of senior cricketers and the future of the team going forward. Sanjay Manjrekar wants Virat Kohli - …

Rohit Sharma provides update on retirement rumours after missing Sydney test
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma provides update on retirement rumours after missing Sydney test

The Independent  

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With Rohit Sharma insisting he’s not done with Test cricket, does ‘Hitman’ fit into India’s future red-ball plans?
2 months, 2 weeks ago

With Rohit Sharma insisting he’s not done with Test cricket, does ‘Hitman’ fit into India’s future red-ball plans?

Firstpost  

Rohit Sharma insisted he has not retired from Test cricket yet, and that he simply “stood down” from the Sydney Test owing to his poor form. After a couple of days of intense speculation about the sequence of events leading up to Rohit not playing the decider, with the series and the Border-Gavaskar Trophy on the line, it was refreshing …

Rohit Sharma Breaks Silence on Missing Sydney Test, Assures Fans He Hasn't Retired
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma Breaks Silence on Missing Sydney Test, Assures Fans He Hasn't Retired

ABP News  

Indian skipper Rohit Sharma has finally addressed his absence from the fifth and final Test against Australia in Sydney, where Jasprit Bumrah is leading the team in his place. Breaking his silence, Rohit clarified that he is not retiring and assured fans that his decision was made in the best interest of the team. He explained that the choice to …

Rohit Sharma 'not retiring' or 'going anywhere'; India captain quashes speculations: 'I'm a father of two, have sense…'
Trending News
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma 'not retiring' or 'going anywhere'; India captain quashes speculations: 'I'm a father of two, have sense…'

Hindustan Times  

Rohit Sharma is not retiring; neither is he quitting as India's captain. India's captain Rohit Sharma "I stood down, that is what I would say," Rohit told Star Sports during the Lunch break on Day 2 of the Sydney Test. ‘I was not scoring runs, we needed players in form’: Rohit reveals why he dropped himself "The chat that I …

Pic: 'Rested' Rohit Sharma walks onto field, chats with bowlers during break
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Pic: 'Rested' Rohit Sharma walks onto field, chats with bowlers during break

India Today  

India captain Rohit Sharma was seen having a chat with teammates during the drinks break on Day 2 of the fifth Test against Australia at Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney. Despite not being a part of the playing XI, Rohit was seen walking over to the play field and having a chat with the teammates during the drinks break on …

Rohit omission from decisive Test 'emotional' says India's Pant
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Rohit omission from decisive Test 'emotional' says India's Pant

Hindustan Times  

Rohit Sharma's omission from the fifth Australia Test on Friday was "emotional", wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant said, as former India coach Ravi Shastri predicted the skipper will "pull the plug" on his red-ball career. Rohit omission from decisive Test 'emotional' says India's Pant The acclaimed 37-year-old opener Rohit has had a poor series and the writing was on the wall when …

Rohit sits out of BGT finale, stand-in Bumrah says skipper has shown leadership
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Rohit sits out of BGT finale, stand-in Bumrah says skipper has shown leadership

Deccan Chronicle  

Sydney: India captain Rohit Sharma on Friday "opted to rest" himself from the fifth and final Test against Australia after a string of underwhelming performances, marking a rather dramatic start to the series finale. The year 2024 turned out to be the least productive year for Rohit in Test cricket as he collected 619 runs in 26 innings across 14 …

Rohit Sharma 'rested' for Sydney Test, Jasprit Bumrah returns as captain
Top News
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma 'rested' for Sydney Test, Jasprit Bumrah returns as captain

India Today  

India captain Rohit Sharma isn’t a part of the Indian playing XI for the New Year’s Test against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground. The decision came after Rohit Sharma's disastrous campaign in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy, where he has scored only 31 runs from three matches. #BGT2024 pic.twitter.com/Cu6hr0ve4V — Nitin K Srivastav January 2, 2025 Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25: Full …

Why is Rohit Sharma not playing for India in 5th Test against Australia in Sydney?
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Why is Rohit Sharma not playing for India in 5th Test against Australia in Sydney?

India TV News  

Team India pulled the plug on regular captain Rohit Sharma as the vice-captain Jasprit Bumrah walked out for the toss for the fifth and final Test against Australia in Sydney on Friday, January 3. Interestingly, Rohit's name was not even in the squad as one couldn't find his name on the team sheet and he didn't even walk out for …

Bold call from Rohit Sharma to rest himself for Sydney Test: Ravi Shastri
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Bold call from Rohit Sharma to rest himself for Sydney Test: Ravi Shastri

India Today  

India head coach Ravi Shastri feels that it was a bold call by Rohit Sharma to rest himself for the final Test match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Bumrah told Shastri that Rohit was an unselfish captain and had opted to rest himself so that India could field their best line-up for the SCG Test. The former India head coach said …

Rohit Sharma deserved more respect, captain should never be dropped: Navjot Sidhu
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma deserved more respect, captain should never be dropped: Navjot Sidhu

India Today  

Former Indian cricketer Navjot Singh Sidhu voiced his disapproval of skipper Rohit Sharma’s exclusion from the pivotal Sydney Test against Australia in a fiery video shared on his official X handle. Sidhu criticized the Indian team management’s decision, emphasising that a player of Rohit’s stature and contribution deserved greater respect, especially in a series-deciding Border-Gavaskar Trophy finale. The SCG Test …

Rohit Sharma likely to 'pull the plug' on Tests after skipping series finale in Australia
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma likely to 'pull the plug' on Tests after skipping series finale in Australia

ABC  

Indian captain Rohit Sharma's Test career appears to be in limbo after he was left out of the side for the New Year's Test in Sydney. India bats first in series finale at the SCG after Rohit 'opted to rest' Photo shows Jasprit Bumrah leads India out onto the SCG India confirmed a bold team decision at the toss as …

Rohit Sharma rested for Sydney Test: Timeline of how things went bad for India captain
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma rested for Sydney Test: Timeline of how things went bad for India captain

Firstpost  

Regular skipper Rohit Sharma has been rested for the fifth Australia-India Test in Sydney with Jasprit Bumrah leading the visitors. Rohit Sharma has been rested for the fifth and final Test between Australia and India at the Sydney Cricket Ground, with Jasprit Bumrah leading the side in Rohit’s absence. Timeline of how things went bad for Rohit Sharma Rohit Sharma’s …

Rohit ‘rested’ for Sydney Test: How ‘Hitman’ and coach Gambhir’s body language virtually confirmed landmark change
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Rohit ‘rested’ for Sydney Test: How ‘Hitman’ and coach Gambhir’s body language virtually confirmed landmark change

Firstpost  

Head coach Gautam Gambhir was seen having long conversations with senior pacer Jasprit Bumrah during India’s training session after refusing to confirm Rohit Sharma’s place in the XI for the fifth and final Test against Australia in Sydney. Gambhir had categorically refused to confirm Rohit’s place in the XI during the pre-match press conference that took place during the team’s …

No Rohit Sharma in Sydney? List of captains to get dropped in middle of series; 37-year-old to become India's first
2 months, 3 weeks ago

No Rohit Sharma in Sydney? List of captains to get dropped in middle of series; 37-year-old to become India's first

Hindustan Times  

India captain Rohit Sharma, on Thursday, reportedly 'opted out' of the fifth and final Test against Australia of the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. India captain Rohit Sharma has struggled for runs in the ongoing series against Australia. But while Gambhir stayed tight-lipped on India's plans, Rohit reportedly opted out of the match, thus making way for Shubman Gill back in …

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