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Because the countdown for the ICC Champions Trophy begins, the stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are again in focus once more. After taking part in essential roles in India’s success on the T20 World Cup 2024, Kohli and Rohit have huge expectations on their shoulders once more. Nonetheless, neither of the 2 have had kind going their means in latest occasions. In truth, skipper Rohit’s ultra-aggressive method has usually left the crew in problematic conditions. But, former India worldwide Ravichandran Ashwin, would not count on Rohit to change his fashion. Therefore, he has requested Virat Kohli to behave as a ‘bridge’ for the crew.
Ashwin, who has became a full-scale pundit since his retirement from worldwide cricket, shared some essential insights forward of the beginning of India’s ODI sequence in opposition to England. The task will even work as a apply sequence, setting the tone for Champions Trophy, which begins on February 19.
“Considering how Rohit played in the 2023 World Cup and the 2024 T20 World Cup, I don’t think he would have an issue. The way Rohit has adapted to the changing times and led from the front, I don’t think he will take a step back from the template,” Ashwin stated on his YouTube channel ‘Ash Ki Baat.’
Ashwin needs Kohli to play the best way Hardik Pandya and Rinku Singh have in T20I, switching between appearing as an anchor at sure instances and pacing the innings in line with the scenario.
“It is important to realise Virat would be playing the role Hardik and Rinku played in T20Is. Who will be the bridge between aggressive batting on top and finishing the batting in the latter end? Virat,” Ashwin requested.
“Virat has to play to his strengths, and if he regains form, then there is nothing like it for the Indian cricket team. He doesn’t have to change his game at all. Honestly, what is the hurry in ODIs? It is important to do what is right by the 50-over format,” stated Ashwin.
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