Indian skipper Rohit Sharma facing heavy criticism after India's loss in the fourth Test of the series The Frontiers Trophy-Gavaskar. Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali did not hold back, accusing Rohit of shaking the team's confidence by opting to return as an opener despite his recent poor form.
A break in the batting line
Rohit, who missed the first Test due to personal reasons, opted to bat lower down the order in the second and third Tests to accommodate KL Rahul. After Rahul's impressive performance in Perth, he took over the opener's slot, leaving Rohit to field from No. 6. However, after a series of terrible performances, the Indian the skipper regained his opening role, which disrupted the team's batting order.
The reshuffle saw KL Rahul, one of India's most consistent batsmen on the tour, move to No. 3. At the same time, Shubman Gill was dropped, disturbing the line. Rohit's gamble didn't pay off though. His scores of 3 and 9 in Melbourne saw his average in the series plummet to a dismal 6.20, the worst ever for an Indian captain on tour in Australia.
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Basit Ali's Blunt Take
Speaking on his YouTube channel, Basit Ali did not hold back. “Did India get overconfident after winning the first test? he questioned. “Rohit is not in form, and the run scorer, KL Rahul, you put him under pressure too. Team Aapne ka confidence bilkul shatter kar diya (You shattered the confidence of the team).”
Ali's criticism extended beyond tactical decisions. He suggested that Rohit's declining form and physical fitness were signs that he should step down as captain. “I think it's time for Rohit to retire; Jasprit Bumrah should be made captain for the final Test. You have rendered great service to India, but your body is not supporting you now,” he said.
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