Rohit Sharma He came under huge ire from Indian fans and analysts after failing as a batsman and captain of the team that lost the Border-Gavaskar Trophy to Australia for the first time in 10 years. The latest comment on the Indian skipper's current woes is from the former Australian batsman Simon Katich who shared his unique perspective on what Rohit should do in the future.
Simon Katich takes a look at Rohit Sharma's post-retirement plans
Without giving any chance of a comeback to Rohit, Katich highlighted that red-ball cricket has already reached a dead end for Rohit according to him. In discussion with Star SportsKatich has taken the criticism of the Indian skipper to a whole new level and believes that Rohit has a future in stand-up comedy.
“Well, if you look at the numbers, they are devastating. We saw that in this test. It was very selfless of him to choose not to participate in the test, and you saw in that interview that he spoke very well. There is no doubt that he has a future yet.” To finish playing cricket in comedy because his sense of humor was so good. Katich commented sarcastically.
Additionally, Katich highlighted the kind of physical discomfort Test cricket can cause to a 37-year-old. He said: “These numbers are not pretty reading. Test cricket is not a place for 37-year-olds at the top of the order.
India Set to play England In a 5-match Test series in June this year. This will be a major bilateral Test series that the Indian team will play after their defeat in Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. According to Katich, the tour to England will not be easy for Rohit.
“Only he knows if he has the hunger and drive at 37 to come back. The England game will not be easy.” Katich noted.
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Rohit's batting plight has been a constant source of concern for India
Rohit has had a disappointing season with the bat, especially in the longest format of the game. The Indian cricketer's 'hitman' scored his last Test century in March 2024 against England in Dharamsala. His performance in overseas Test matches was particularly worrying. A series of disappointing knocks from the Indian skipper began with his poor batting display South Africa At the beginning of 2024. The 37-year-old had a poor run with the bat during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. His current form in red-ball cricket has further clouded his chances of earning a place in the Indian squad for the tour of England.
