India is currently on their dream run at the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, winning all the group matches, Rohit Sharma & Co are looking forward to dominating in the tournament just like the group stages. After topping group A, India is all set to face Australia in the first semifinals in Dubai. As both teams are meeting for the first time in ODIs after the 2023 ODI World Cup, fans are excited to see what plans India have to counter Australia in the semis. On Monday, Rohit Sharma came to address the press in the press conference.
Rohit Sharma’s decision on playing XI
In the final group stage match, playing four spinners proved to be a masterstroke by Team India, with new change, Varun Chakravarthy dominating the match with a 5-wicket haul. Now, the captain Rohit Sharma is faced with a unique challenge. Varun has given the team management plenty to think about. Reflecting on the situation, Rohit said, “We really need to think, even if we want to play four spinners, how we can squeeze four spinners in.” Rohit further said, “The reason I say it is because we are very much aware of the conditions here and we know exactly what works and what doesn’t work.”Rohit seems to trouble with the playing XI.
Rohit Sharma on Varun Chakravarthy
Varun Chakravarthy made a comeback by taking crucial wickets such as those of Will Young and Glenn Phillips, leading to his five-wicket haul. This performance is especially important after his challenging start in the Indian team in 2021. Rohit acknowledged Chakravarthy’s capabilities, saying, “He just showed what he is capable of. Now, it is up to us to think and see how we can get that combination right.”
Rohit praised Chakravarthy’s unique skills, “He got a game, and he did everything that was asked for. “He has got something different about him, and when he gets it right, he knocks people over and he takes 5.” The team captain described the decision on how to incorporate Chakravarthy as a “good headache to have.”
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Rohit Sharma in confusion vs Australia
Rohit concluded the presser by mentioning, “It is very tempting to think about what to do, which is a good headache to have. We will also assess the Australian batting lineup to see what kind of bowling options will work against them.” As India prepares to face Australia.
