Should Rohit Sharma Retire from Test Cricket After BGT 2024-25?
Team India’s captain Rohit Sharma started the year 2024 on a positive note by winning the ICC T20 World Cup. Indian fans had thought they finally got a captain who could take them back to winning ways, instead, the fans have started debating about his captaincy methods. So, should Rohit Sharma retire from test cricket after BGT 2024-25?
Rohit Sharma’s captaincy has backfired in the 4th test of BGT, with Australia closing in on the WTC final spot and also leading the BGT series by 2-1.
Sharma’s Decision-making
Rohit Sharma’s captaincy has triggered an increasing amount of criticism from fans following a series of poor performances and questionable decisions. After returning to the team as he missed out on the 1st test, he chose to bat in the middle order but failed in both the Adelaide and Gabba Tests.
After that, his decision to disrupt the successful opening pair of KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal, demoting Rahul to number 3, also backfired, as KL Rahul was dismissed for a duck. Rohit’s batting faltered, managing just 3 and 9 in combined innings of the 4th test. Furthermore, his decision to not select swing bowler Akash Deep raised concerns. With India down 2-1 in the series, his leadership is under question.
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Jasprit back to Lead the Team Again?
Jasprit Bumrah who has shown his potential as a captain in the first test of BGT has the chance to be India’s permanent Test captain from the Sydney Test onwards. Bumrah has shown strong leadership skills, particularly during India’s victory in the Perth Test, and can be expected to lead the team for the next two years.
Known for his on-field performances and tactical genius, Bumrah is seen as a natural leader who can thrive under pressure. As, Rohit Sharma has struggled with both his form and captaincy, with India failing to win any of the last six Tests under his leadership, including five losses and one draw in that stretch. Jasprit Bumrah leading the team is the only viable option in near sight. As for Rohit Sharma’s future, it’s in his hands at the moment.
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