Rohit Sharma's report card ahead of the T20 World Cup


image-l9i31msaRohit Sharma (Source: AP Newsroom)

India will be beginning their T20 World Cup 2022 campaign with the match against Pakistan on the 23rd of October at MCG. This will be a shot to redemption for the 'Men in Blue' , after their group stage exit in the previous edition of the tournament. 

This time the responsibilities are on Rohit Sharma to lead the team and take them to their 2nd T20 World title. Not only his leadership, his batting will also be very important to India's chances in the tournament. 

Rohit Sharma, the captain

Rohit Sharma has great numbers as the captain of the Indian national team. Since he has taken over India's reins the numbers show that he has translated his performances from the IPL. 

image-l9i1p5wbRohit Sharma T20I captaincy record (Source: OneCricket)

A win percentage of 77.78 is something you cannot ignore. But lately his team has seemingly struggled under pressure situations. His on field presence has also not been convincing as he is often seen loosing his patience on his players. 

So, the T20 World Cup 2022 will be a big test for Rohit Sharma as to how he carries himself as the leader of the team. Also, his ability to properly marshal his troops will be tested as India will be missing some of their biggest resources in the bowling because of injuries. 

Rohit Sharma, the batter

Rohit Sharma is considered one of the most dangerous openers of white ball cricket. Over the years he has proved to be one man who plays the big knocks once he gets settled. 

image-l9i2j3yxRohit Sharma batting record (Source: OneCricket)

But is recent form has not been the best. He is getting starts but is not being able to convert them to big ones. The fact that he is trying to take on the bowling from the very beginning might be affecting his numbers. With the new approach to his batting his efficiency is missing. 

Rohit Sharma the batter will be very important to India's run in the World Cup. For India to be on the front foot from the very beginning of the tournament, Rohit needs to find his groove very early. 


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