Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma has decided to heed the advice of cricket legends Sunil Gavaskar and Ravi Shastri, hinting at a return to his familiar opening spot for the third Test against Australia at the Gabba starting December 14. This decision comes after a less-than-ideal performance in the second Test in Adelaide, where Rohit batted at No. 6 and managed scores of just 3 and 62.
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The decision to move Rohit down the order was initially made to accommodate KL Rahul, who had performed admirably in the first Test in Perth. However, with the series now locked at 1-1, both Gavaskar and Shastri have emphasized the importance of Rohit opening the innings to maximize his impact1.
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“Rohit has always been at his best when he opens the batting,” Shastri told Star Sports. “He’s aggressive, expressive, and can set the tone for the rest of the batting lineup2. It’s crucial that India get their judgment right here, especially with the series hanging in the balance.”
Gavaskar echoed Shastri’s sentiments, adding, “Rohit should return to his regular spot. We should remember why Rahul opened in the first place – because Rohit was not available. Now that he’s back, it makes sense for him to open and for Rahul to move down the order2.”
During India’s training session in Brisbane, Rohit was seen facing the new ball in the nets, a clear indication that he will be opening alongside Yashasvi Jaiswal in the upcoming Test. This move is expected to bolster India’s chances of securing a win in the crucial third Test and keeping their World Test Championship (WTC) final hopes alive.
The upcoming match at the Gabba is set to be a thrilling encounter, with both teams vying for supremacy in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. The winner of this Test will not only claim the series but also gain a significant boost in confidence heading into future matches.
As the Indian team gears up for the decisive match, all eyes will be on Rohit Sharma to see if he can deliver a strong performance and lead his team to victory. With the support and advice of cricketing legends behind him, Rohit is poised to make a significant impact at the Gabba.
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