Former Indian opener Aakash Chopra has said that Rohit Sharma should receive more acknowledgement, both as a batsman and a captain due to his selfless approach in the game.
Rohit Sharma has guided India to the semi-finals of the 2023 World Cup, maintaining an unbeaten record in the league stage. He consistently propelled the team to strong performances and demonstrated exceptional leadership in effectively managing the bowling resources.
While talking to his official YouTube channel, Aakash Chopra talks about the excellent batting and captaincy that Rohit Sharma has shown in this tournament.
“I am with you 100 percent. When you bat at the top of the order, whether you are chasing or batting first, you have the canvas of the entire 50 overs. So you apply small strokes and move ahead if you are making a painting.”
Aakash Chopra further added, “Then you can apply bigger strokes later, and no one can stop Rohit Sharma. The circle (field restrictions) and all don’t make a difference to Rohit Sharma. When he hits, the ball goes into the stands. However, there isn’t a selfish bone in his body, the fearless way in which he bats.”
In the current World Cup, Rohit Sharma has hammered 503 runs in nine innings, showcasing an impressive strike rate of 121.49. He holds the fourth position in the list of the highest run-scorers in the tournament, just behind Virat Kohli (594), Quinton de Kock (591), and Rachin Ravindra (565).
