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'India Will Beat Australia Under Rohit's Captaincy,' Former BCCI Selector's Massive Claim

Indian skipper, Rohit Sharma [Source: @CricCrazyJohns/x.com]Indian skipper, Rohit Sharma [Source: @CricCrazyJohns/x.com]

A daunting challenge awaits India as they prepare to face-off against Australia in the Border Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. While things have not seemed in India's favour however they are known to bounce back stronger after such defeats.

India, who were recently whitewashed by New Zealand in a three-match Test series at home, have already faced innumerable criticisms. However, showing faith in Rohit Sharma led side, India's former chief selector, Chetan Sharma has shared that the believes India will beat Australia under Rohit's leadership.

Chetan Sharma Backs Rohit Sharma And Co

In an exclusive interview with TimesofIndia.com, the former India pacer said India has plenty of experience defeating Australia in their own backyard and they must be worried rather than India. He said:

"I am 100 percent sure India will beat Australia in Australia. Under Rohit's captaincy, we will make it a hat trick in Australia. India will defeat Australia on their own turf once again. We have already defeated Australia twice in their own backyard. They must be worried, not us. Pressure is on Australia, not India. The pressure is on Pat Cummins, not Rohit Sharma." 

Furthermore, he also expressed his pride in India’s growing dominance in international cricket, particularly when touring countries like Australia, South Africa, or England. He highlighted how India now enters every overseas tour as a serious contender for the series win.

"We have always enjoyed when India tour Australia, South Africa or England. The best part is that we now enter as series-winning contenders whenever we tour overseas.When their players are saying this will be a good series, understand how much nervousness they must be feeling inside," Chetan Sharma added.

KL Rahul or Abhimanyu Easwaran Likely to Open In Rohit's Absence

The Indian players including Virat Kohli have arrived in Australia ahead of the mega-challenge. Whereas, it has been understood that Indian captain Rohit Sharma will likely miss Perth Test due to personal reasons. In his absence, either KL Rahul or Abhimanyu Easwaran will open for India in the first Test. Meanwhile, India will lock horns with Australia in the first Test at Perth from November 22 onwards.