‘It is completely Rohit’s concept’: Batting coach Vikram Rathour lauds India captain’s attacking strategy – Instances of India

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‘It is completely Rohit’s concept’: Batting coach Vikram Rathour lauds India captain’s attacking strategy – Instances of India



NEW DELHI: Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma‘s aggressive strategy and constant efficiency on the prime of the order within the ongoing ICC World Cup 2023 have earned him reward from batting coach Vikram Rathour. Regardless of scoring only one century (131) and two fifties from eight matches, Rohit’s dynamic begins have considerably benefited the Indian staff.
Through the latest match in opposition to South Africa, Rohit Sharma’s quickfire 40 off 24 balls set the tone for India.The staff scored an imposing 326 for five after opting to bat first, and South Africa was dismissed for a mere 83, leading to an enormous 243-run win.

Rathour attributed this attacking strategy to Rohit himself, stating, “It is completely Rohit’s concept. He is taking the initiative. If there’s one thing on the wicket, he is trying to go for his photographs. It’s figuring out very well for the staff. He is one man who’s main along with his motion.”

In the identical match, Rohit Sharma, together with Shubman Gill, took cost in opposition to South Africa’s new-ball bowlers Lungi Ngidi and Marco Jansen, disrupting their rhythm and permitting India to succeed in 91 for 1 within the powerplay. This opening stand eased the strain on Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer within the center overs, enabling them to speed up the run-rate.

Rathour appreciated this strategic transfer, saying, “We’re trying to rating as many runs as we are able to. The beginning that Rohit and Gill offered helped Virat and Shreyas to quiet down and take their time. That was an amazing technique, and it labored out nicely.”

Rathour additionally praised Shreyas Iyer, who performed a pivotal function within the match along with his helpful 77 off 87 balls and contributed to a match-turning 134-run partnership with Kohli.
“He (Iyer) at all times performs like this, he has scored a variety of runs for the staff for the final two years. One-two unhealthy matches doesn’t make a distinction; we’re at all times certain how he can contribute to the staff,” mentioned Rathour, emphasising Iyer’s constant contributions.
India have maintained an impeccable successful streak within the match, securing their spot within the semifinals with eight consecutive victories. They at present lead the factors desk as they head into the knockout part.
Rathour highlighted the staff’s deal with their cricket and never worrying in regards to the opposition as a key issue of their success. He affirmed that this strategy will stay unchanged as they put together for his or her subsequent match in opposition to the Netherlands in Bengaluru on November 12.
(With inputs from PTI)