File photograph of Rohit Sharma (left) and Virat Kohli.© AFP
With the 50-over World Cup having concluded final month, ODI is the least precedence amongst codecs and KL Rahul conceded that whereas the template they set on the world occasion continues, one cannot anticipate greenhorns to simply step in and play like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. It’s value noting that each the veterans Rohit and Virat have been excluded for the white-ball matches towards South Africa with increasingly more newcomers getting an opportunity to showcase their expertise.
In Rohit’s absence, it’s KL Rahul, who will lead the Indian cricket crew within the upcoming three-match ODI sequence.
“I do not assume lots will change when it comes to how we need to play ODIs however cannot anticipate a newcomer to exit and play the position Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli performed in World Cup. It is going to be too quickly and it’s a must to give them time to regulate and there shall be no stress from my facet,” mentioned Rahul.
“However so far as greater image is anxious, it is nonetheless early days,” mentioned the skipper.
Rahul metioned that the crew is now focussing on the upcoming T20 World Cup that’s set to happen in USA and West Indies subsequent 12 months.
“I believe it is too early to take a look at greater image so far as ODI cricket is anxious. The main target is on T20 World Cup which is not far away and there is not numerous cricket left when it comes to Indian crew, so focus has shifted a bit of bit,” Rahul admitted.
Within the all-format tour, India are set to play a two-match Check sequence towards South Africa after the conclusion of the 50-over video games.
“Check cricket will at all times be an vital format for our nation and having mentioned that we’re right here as Indian cricket crew to compete in ODI sequence, towards actually good South Africa crew and focus shall be on what’s in entrance of us,” mentioned Rahul.
(With PTI Inputs)
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