Former Australian cricketer Matthew Hayden, who was known for his aggressive and powerful strokes, expresses his feelings and thoughts about Indian captain Rohit Sharma. He backed Rohit to play and fight for the team. Hayden showcased his admiration and support for the veteran batter, who is currently struggling due to form.
Indian captain Rohit Sharma, widely regarded as one of the greatest openers of all time, has been struggling to maintain consistency in recent matches. Despite his exceptional record and match-winning performances in the past, his current form has raised concerns among fans and experts.
In his last 12 Test innings, Rohit Sharma has managed to cross the single-digit mark only on four occasions. His last Test century came against England in March 2024. This dip in form has been a cause for concern, as it contrasts sharply with his otherwise stellar record as a reliable and dominant opener in the longer format of the game.
Australian commentator Matthew Hayden backed Rohit Sharma as a naturally explosive batter, referencing his impressive double centuries in ODIs. He encouraged Rohit to stay sharp, approach the game with energy and intent, and let his natural instincts guide him back to form.
He stated, “When I think of Rohit Sharma, he is a free scoring Batter – You look those double hundreds in ODIs. I want him to be reactive to the ball, really up for the fight, because his natural game will flow. Rohit, what I want you to do, my brother, is play with great energy & intent.”
Matthew Hayden opens up on Virat Kohli’s dismissal
Indian batter Virat Kohli has been struggling with his form lately, often getting out to similar kinds of deliveries. This has become a concern as bowlers seem to have figured out a weakness, and he needs to make adjustments to get back to his best.
Matthew Hayden opened up on Virat Kohli’s dismissal by saying, “Virat Kohli has no technical issues or technical things, and I think he has mental things.”
This shows that the veteran batter has some kind of pressure on his mind, which is making him unable to rise as per his potential.
