‘He can single-handedly win you the recreation’: Yuvraj Singh backs Rohit Sharma ahead of India vs Pakistan Champions Trophy clash | Cricket News – The Times of India

NEW DELHI: As the a lot-awaited India-Pakistan showdown in the ICC Champions Trophy approaches, former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh has backed Indian captain Rohit Sharma, calling him a “dangerous” participant even when not in peak kind.
The arch-rivals will face off in Dubai on Sunday in a match that holds historic significance, with Pakistan main 3-2 in opposition to India in Champions Trophy encounters.
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Speaking on JioHotstar’s ‘Greatest Rivalry Returns’, Yuvraj emphasised Rohit’s potential to vary the course of a recreation, irrespective of his kind.
“In ODIs and white-ball formats, he has been India’s biggest match-winner alongside Virat Kohli. If he is struggling but still gets runs, that is dangerous for the opposition. If he is in form, he will score a century in 60 balls. That is his quality — once he gets going, it’s not just about fours, but also clearing the ropes with sixes,” Yuvraj stated.

He additionally praised Rohit’s dominance in opposition to tempo, notably brief-pitched bowling, which is usually a priority for batters. “Even if someone bowls at 145-150 kmph, Rohit has the ability to hook it effortlessly. His strike rate is always between 120-140, and on his day, he can single-handedly win you the game,” he added.
Rohit has a stellar report in opposition to Pakistan, scoring 873 runs in 19 ODIs at a median of 51.35, with two centuries and eight fifties. His highest rating of 140 got here in the 2019 World Cup.
Pakistan, coming off a disappointing event opener in opposition to New Zealand, shall be desperate to repeat their 2017 Champions Trophy remaining overcome India.
However, with Rohit main the cost, India, who beat Bangladesh of their opening recreation, will look to stage the head-to-head report in the prestigious event.