Prateeksha Thakur
Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma may be rested for the final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) in Sydney, following a string of low scores. Across five innings in the series, Rohit has managed only 31 runs, prompting discussions about changes in the team lineup. Reports suggest that Jasprit Bumrah could take over the captaincy, while Shubman Gill might open alongside KL Rahul.
In another expected change, pacer Prasidh Krishna could make his debut, replacing the injured Akash Deep. These moves come as India looks to regroup after the disappointment of the Melbourne Test.
Irfan Pathan Shows Support for Rohit Sharma
Amid the mounting scrutiny, former cricketer Irfan Pathan expressed solidarity with Rohit Sharma on Twitter. He emphasized the importance of standing by the skipper during tough times, writing:
“Rohit Sharma should fight out this phase. I don’t want him to walk out of this. He has done enough for Indian cricket, and I am sure he has the ability to turn this around. This is the last and a crucial Test match of the series, and experience should come in handy. Decisions about the future can wait until after the series.”
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Hints from Training Sessions
Speculation about Rohit sitting out the final Test grew stronger after observations during the team’s training in Sydney. Jasprit Bumrah and Gautam Gambhir were seen having detailed conversations while fielding drills were underway. Rohit, on the other hand, joined practice late, batted against side-arm bowlers, and skipped slip-catching routines.
With the series on the line, all eyes are on how Team India will reshape its lineup and strategy for the crucial match in Sydney. While Rohit’s absence could be a significant shift, the team’s focus remains on delivering a strong performance and turning the tide in their favor.
NI Bureau
