‘Watch some videos and figure out…’: Former Indian batting coach sends message to Rohit Sharma amidst poor performance
Former Indian batting coach Sanjay Bangar gave his advice to Indian captain Rohit Sharma to not practice too much as his struggles have continued on to the ODI format as well. Rohit got dismissed for a single-digit score in the first ODI of the three-match series against England, raising concerns over his form ahead of ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
“A phase has come in his career where he hasn’t scored runs. Sometimes practicing too much isn’t beneficial. He can probably spend a little time alone and watch the phase where he enjoyed a lot of success. Watch some videos and figure out what his habits and routines were,” Bangar said on Star Sports show ‘Match Point’.
“Sometimes all those things prove hugely beneficial if you have to regain your rhythm. You have to remind yourself what works for you. He shouldn’t be too desperate in his thinking,” the former India all-rounder added.
Former Indian opener Deep Dasgupta has some different opinions regarding the issue, and does not feel that there is a problem with his technique.
“I think it’s a confidence thing. He was batting alright. He was getting behind the line. He wasn’t getting late. He wasn’t missing the lines as such and Jofra Archer was bowling really well, and so was (Saqib) Mahmood. So I don’t think there is any issue as far as technique is concerned. It’s just that confidence,” he said.
“We have all been through that. When runs aren’t coming, either you are early on the ball or you are late. You are second-guessing yourself, should I play that shot, should I not? The moment he starts getting out pulling or flicking, it’s got to be confidence. I don’t think it’s technical. He is still the same batter, it’s just that he hasn’t got too many runs,” he added.
Rohit Sharma still has two more chances to gain his form ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The two remaining chances are the remaining two ODIs against England, with the next clash on February 9 at Cuttack.
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