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A Recipe For Chaos! Rohit Sharma's Missed Bus Drama With Jaiswal Was Never Ever Required

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Rohit Sharma left Yashasvi Jaiswal behind as he was late [Source: @Broskiregen, @CricCrazyJohns/x.com]Rohit Sharma left Yashasvi Jaiswal behind as he was late [Source: @Broskiregen, @CricCrazyJohns/x.com]

Team India’s young star Yashasvi Jaiswal found himself in an awkward spot on Wednesday morning, and not just because he missed the team bus. As the Indian squad headed to the Adelaide airport, Jaiswal was still in the hotel.

Indian captain Rohit Sharma, who’s usually calm and composed, chose to leave without the youngster after waiting for a few minutes. But was this the right call, especially with what’s at stake in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy? Let's analyze:

A Decision That Could Divide Opinions

Sure, punctuality is important. But leaving behind a 22-year-old, who’s in red-hot form, might not have been the best move. Jaiswal’s brilliant 161 in the first Test at Perth gave India the upper hand early in the series. It was the kind of innings that puts the opposition on notice. And while he couldn’t replicate the magic in Adelaide, the young batter has shown he has the mettle to bounce back.

Rohit’s decision, however, might have sent the wrong message. Dressing room vibes are fragile, especially on a tour Down Under. The Aussies are known for their mind games, and a tense dressing room can often work in their favour.

A Tough Call in a Tough Series

The stakes couldn’t be higher for this series. The World Test Championship final is on the line and every decision is extremely vital. Leaving Jaiswal behind might seem like a small incident, but it raises bigger questions. Was this a lesson in discipline or could Rohit Sharma have handled the situation better?


At a time when India needs to stay united, such moments can create unnecessary tension. A young player like Jaiswal, who thrives on confidence, doesn’t need added pressure. It’s hard enough facing the Aussies on their turf, let alone worrying about making the team wait.

The Value of Man-Management

Great captains aren’t just remembered for their on-field strategies but for how they handle their players off it. Rohit Sharma, usually the cool head in the room, might’ve dropped the ball this time. A casual chat or even cracking a joke about Jaiswal’s delay could’ve smoothed things over without turning it into a headline.

Cricket is a team sport, and the best teams are the ones where players feel supported, not scrutinized. For Jaiswal, this could have been a moment to feel encouraged, not called out.

The Bigger Picture

The Gabba Test is massive. The series is locked at 1-1, and India has a golden opportunity to grab the lead. The memories of 2021’s heroics at the Gabba are still fresh, and Yashasvi Jaiswal has a shot at making his own mark in history. 

But for him to shine, the team needs to have his back. Moments like this one can either light a fire of confidence in a player or put shadows of doubt. With the Aussies circling like sharks, sniffing for the slightest crack, Team India needs to stick together like glue and keep the camp tight.

Takeaways From The Incident

Rohit’s call might’ve been made in the heat of the moment, but it just goes on to show the art of man-management in cricket. Leading players off the field is just as vital as guiding them on it. 

The Border-Gavaskar Trophy is a true test of character, unity, and steel nerves. For Jaiswal, this is a chance to absorb and grow. For Rohit, it’s a wake-up call that even the smallest actions off the field can ripple into something bigger.

With cricket being a game of very fine margins, sometimes, the way you nurture your teammates off the field becomes the secret sauce to winning on it.