Indian skipper Rohit Sharma Facing severe criticism after India's defeat in the fourth Test of Border Gavaskar Trophy. Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali did not hold back, accusing Rohit of shaking the team's confidence by choosing to come back in the opener despite his recent poor form.
An imbalance in the batting lineup
Rohit, who missed the first Test due to personal reasons, chose to be demoted in the second and third Tests to accommodate Kuala Lumpur Rahul. Rahul, having excelled in Perth, took the opening slot, leaving Rohit to contribute from number six. However, after a series of disappointing performances, Indian The skipper regained his opening position, disrupting the team's batting order.
The reshuffle saw KL Rahul, one of India's most consistent players on the tour, move to the third position. Meanwhile, Shubman Gill was dropped, further destabilizing the line-up. But Rohit's gamble failed to pay off. His scores of 3 and 9 in Melbourne left his average in the series to fall to a dismal 6.20, the worst ever for an Indian touring captain in Australia.
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Take Basit Ali Blunt
In his comment on his YouTube channel, Basit Ali did not hesitate. “Have India become overconfident after winning the first Test?” question. “Rohit is not at his level, who was scoring runs, Rahul, you are putting him under pressure too. Team Aapne ka confidence bilkul shattered kar diya (You shattered team's confidence).”
Criticism of Ali extended beyond tactical decisions. He pointed out that Rohit's decline in form and fitness were signs that he should step down from his position as captain. I think it's time for Rohit to step down; Jasprit Bumrah should become captain in the final Test. You have served India a lot, but your body is not supporting you now.”
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