Virat Kohli Set For 'Leadership Role' In Tests, Report Says Rohit Sharma Unlikely To...
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Rohit Sharma has come under fierce criticism for his recent poor form with the bat, while his leadership has also come under heavy scrutiny in the aftermath of India's home Test series loss to New Zealand.
India captain Rohit Sharma is unlikely to be part of the side's plans, as far as the Test set-up is concerned, post the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy against Australia. Rohit has come under fierce criticism for his recent poor form with the bat, while his leadership has also come under heavy scrutiny in the aftermath of India's home Test series loss to New Zealand. According to a report in the Times of India, Rohit is unlikely to continue as a Test cricketer after the series against Australia, but his retirement from the format might not be imminent.
While Rohit's exit might put the team in a state of uncertainty, the report also explored the possibility of star batter Virat Kohli's return in leadership role. The report said that former India captain is being more vocal in the field and frequently addressed team huddles.
Kohli stepped down from the role as India's most successful Test captain. He led India in 68 matches with an outstanding win rate, winning 40 matches while only losing 17.
He was also the first Indian captain to win a Test series in Australia (a 2-1 success in 2018/19). His possible re-elevation could stem from the fact that the selectors may not have enough faith in the younger generation of players, as far as captaincy in concerned.
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