It’s a hot topic of debate, or one could say it’s almost confirmed, that skipper Rohit Sharma is set to sacrifice his opening spot to make way for KL Rahul in second BGT test, Rahul who did a commendable job as the top-order batter. Alongside Yashasvi Jaiswal in the first match vs Australia, when Rohit was absent due to the birth of his second child, KL Rahul seized the opportunity. He also demonstrated resilience in the practice match against the Prime Minister’s XI, showcasing his readiness for the opening spot. All indications suggest that Rahul will take the lead at the top, which means captain Rohit Sharma might move down the order, most likely to No. 5. Take a look at Rohit’s performances over the years in the middle order, and his record at various batting positions which surely providing interesting insights.
Rohit Sharma Test record at different batting positions
| Position | Span | Innings | Runs | High Score | Average | 100s | 50s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2021-24 | 29 | 1226 | 161 | 43.78 | 3 | 5 |
| 2nd | 2019-24 | 35 | 1459 | 212 | 44.21 | 6 | 3 |
| 3rd | 2015 | 5 | 107 | 53 | 21.40 | 0 | 1 |
| 4th | 2015 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 4.00 | 0 | 0 |
| 5th | 2013-18 | 16 | 437 | 79 | 29.13 | 0 | 3 |
| 6th | 2013-18 | 25 | 1037 | 177 | 54.57 | 3 | 6 |
If we go back in time and focus on when the Hitman started batting in the middle order in Test cricket, it was in 2013 against the West Indies during his Test debut. He scored big 177 at Eden Gardens. Initially, he primarily batted at No. 5 and No. 6, where he accumulated 1,585 runs in 27 matches at an average of 39.62, including three centuries. However, in 2019, he moved up the order and became an opener. This transition sharpened his batting, as he scored runs at an average of almost 45, including nine centuries, showcasing his adaptability. Now, with the possibility of switching positions again, it will be interesting to see how Rohit Sharma’s Test career evolves if he continues batting in the middle order.
Rohit Sharma Test record vs Australia
| Matches | Innings | Runs | Average | Highest | 50s/100s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 22 | 708 | 33.71 | 120 | 3/1 |
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