Canada Global (Web News) MELBOURNE: Indian captain Rohit Sharma expressed confidence in Virat Kohli’s ability to overcome his struggles with deliveries outside the off-stump during the ongoing series in Australia. Speaking on Tuesday, Rohit highlighted Kohli’s class and resilience, emphasizing that players of his stature always find a way to succeed.
Kohli recently ended a stretch of poor form with a remarkable unbeaten century in the first Test in Perth. However, he has struggled with balls angling away from his stumps, leading to his dismissals in the current five-match series.
“Modern-day greats have their own ways of solving such issues,” Rohit told reporters ahead of the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne.
Rohit himself has faced challenges with the bat in recent Tests, managing scores of 3, 6, and 10 since rejoining the squad after his son’s birth. His performance in the middle order has raised questions about a potential return to the opening slot, a position where he has previously excelled.
Addressing this, Rohit remained reserved, saying, “Where players bat is something we’ll decide internally. It’s not something I want to discuss at every press conference. Our focus is on what’s best for the team and what gives us the best chance to succeed.”
India’s performance in the series has been mixed, with a dominant 295-run victory in the first Test followed by a heavy 10-wicket defeat in Adelaide. The third match in Brisbane ended in a rain-affected draw.
“At 1-1, the series is evenly poised,” Rohit said. “Both teams have played strong cricket, and these final two Tests will be crucial. Right now, our focus is on Melbourne, ensuring we play our best cricket here and get the results we want.”
