'He Worked Really...' - Rohit Sharma on KL Rahul's Wicket-Keeping Role For Tests
KL Rahul would take the wicket-keeping duties in the first Test.(x.com)
The upcoming Test series against South Africa, commencing on December 26 at Centurion, holds heightened significance for Indian cricket, especially with the return of Captain Rohit Sharma after the heartbreak in the Cricket World Cup 2023 final.
In a press conference, Rohit Sharma addressed the media, providing insights into the team's strategy for the upcoming Tests. Head coach Rahul Dravid revealed that KL Rahul would assume wicket-keeping duties in the first Test, a decision made to bolster the batting line-up, albeit raising concerns about potential compromises in fielding performance.
Rohit Sharma expressed confidence in KL Rahul's wicket-keeping abilities, stating,
"I felt the way he kept in the World Cup, he worked really hard and was impressive. It gives us the option to play a solid batter in the middle order."
Sharma acknowledged Rahul's diligence and highlighted the flexibility this decision provides in fielding a robust middle-order batting line-up.
Despite uncertainties about Rahul's long-term commitment to wicket-keeping, Rohit Sharma expressed optimism about his capabilities in the role, saying,
"He does most of things right when he bats in the middle order in ODIs. He knows the situation and how to bat. I am not sure how long he wants to keep, but as long as he does, he'll do well."
As the cricketing world eagerly awaits the historic challenge, India strives for its maiden Test series victory in South Africa.
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