Rohit Sharma Urged to Exhibit Test Match Prowess with the Bat

The article emphasizes the need for Indian cricketer Rohit Sharma to showcase his prowess in Test match cricket by delivering substantial innings. The piece outlines Sharma’s recent struggle with form, noting his subpar performance in the last eight innings against South Africa and England. Sharma’s average during this period has been underwhelming, and his highest score has been 39.

The author highlights Sharma’s struggles against short-pitched deliveries and emphasizes the impact of his dismissals on the Indian middle order. While Sharma has been successful in limited-overs cricket, his shot selection and approach in Test matches are questioned.

The article acknowledges Sharma’s successful captaincy stint and suggests that his shot selection is the primary factor affecting his Test performance. Sharma’s captaincy, while not affecting his batting, needs a renewed focus on playing long innings. The pressure on the Indian middle order due to Sharma’s early dismissals is discussed.

Despite Sharma’s impressive overall Test career, the article stresses that, at almost 37, he needs motivation to continue batting for extended periods. With the ongoing Test series demanding a significant contribution from him, especially in the absence of Virat Kohli and K. L. Rahul, Sharma is urged to lead by example and guide the younger players in the team.

The article concludes by emphasizing that Sharma’s performance in the remaining Tests of the series can significantly impact the team’s success and inspire the younger generation of cricketers.