In the three-match ODI series against England, the Indian team has managed to take a 1-0 lead, but Virat Kohli and captain Rohit Sharma‘s form remains a major concern. The opening batsman failed to make an impact in Nagpur, and Kohli misses the first ODI due to fitness concerns.
Saqib Mahmood dismisses Rohit Sharma for just two runs, and his dismal performance in the VCA has continued.
Rohit Sharma’s last few innings have been lacklustre.
Many experts have pointed out that the India captain needs to get back into form before the Champions Trophy as a result of this. One expert who has expressed their thoughts on why Rohit’s form may matter is former World Cup winner Suresh Raina, who has stated that once he begins to score runs, the supporters will see a very different style of play from the skipper who won the T20 World Cup in 2024.
“I believe that had Rohit Sharma put in a little more effort, this wicket would have been a terrific one for his comeback. He might do well in Cuttack, where the team will now relocate. Raina stated on the Sports18 network, “We’ll see a different kind of captain and a different kind of approach from him if he finds form before the Champions Trophy.”
Raina on how crucial Kohli’s fitness is
Virat Kohli’s injury to his knee, which forced him to miss the first ODI, generated a lot of excitement. This was one of the few times the previous captain of India did not play in an international match. This is another reason why it’s critical that Kohli remains healthy and that the top three players play in the next two ODIs of the series, according to Raina.
The top three playing together in these two games prior to the major tournament is critical, which is why Raina stated that the question of whether Virat Kohli will be fit in time is crucial.
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