IND vs AUS: Rohit Sharma will make 'better decisions' once he starts scoring runs, says teammate

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IND vs AUS: Rohit Sharma, India’s captain, has been under scrutiny for his recent form both as a batsman and as a leader. In his last 10 innings, the seasoned opener has struggled to make a significant impact, with scores like 3, 6, 18, and a solitary half-century against New Zealand.

His batting woes seem to have translated into challenges on the captaincy front, as India has faced four consecutive losses under his leadership. Despite the setbacks, teammate Cheteshwar Pujara remains optimistic about Rohit Sharma’s comeback.

Speaking exclusively to Star Sports, Pujara said, “My thoughts on Rohit Sharma as a captain and as a player. First of all, I would like Rohit Sharma to come back to form as soon as possible. Because when he scores runs, it will affect his captaincy as well. When a captain is out of form, it affects his captaincy as well. So, I think when he scores runs, it will affect his captaincy.”

Emphasizing the importance of building a steady start, Pujara added, “Rohit Sharma is an experienced player. He knows how to score runs when batting. He is going through some bad form. But even there, a start is very important for him. He should focus on getting his first 20 or 30 runs steadily. After that, he can capitalize on the start and convert it into a big score. So, hopefully, when he comes in the first half or quarter of an hour, he should focus on getting a start.”

Former cricketer Harbhajan Singh also weighed in on Rohit Sharma’s form and its impact on his captaincy. Speaking to Star Sports, Harbhajan said, “As a captain, I would like Rohit Sharma to make runs. When he scores runs, he will think better and do better things. No matter how big a player is, he is always worried about his performance. There is no doubt that when a player scores runs, he makes a better decision. So, let's hope that Rohit Sharma scores some runs so that his captaincy gets better.”

With the crucial Brisbane Test against Australia starting on December 14, 2024, Indian fans and teammates alike are hoping for a strong comeback from Rohit Sharma. Catch all the live action of the #ToughestRivalry on the Star Sports Network starting at 5:50 AM.