Abhishek Nayar Gives Insight Into Rohit Sharma’s ODI Challenge

Abhishek Nayar believes Rohit Sharma’s failure to convert his start in the second ODI against England will bother him. The former India head coach noted that because the ball was moving, Rohit made the correct decision by allowing himself time in the center.

Rohit took 47 balls in the second one-day international at Cardiff’s Sophia Gardens, scoring 26 runs. But, according to Abhishek Nayar, Rohit’s strike rate did not concern him.

According to the former India assistant coach, Rohit only appeared to be under pressure once, when he batted for a maiden in Sam Curran’s 18th over of the innings.

Rohit would only be concerned, according to Abhishek Nayar, since he was unable to convert his start into a huge score.

“Conditions are key. You must comply with the conditions. In this game, the ball was seaming and doing a little, so Rohit Sharma should take his time because he does not play all formats. He understands and will reflect.

After a point, Sam Curran appeared to be under siege. Aside from that, I thought the tempo was fine. I’m not too bothered about the strike rate. However, after he reaches 26, he usually makes a 50 from there. So it is something he would be concerned about,” Abhishek Nayar remarked during Star Sports’ ‘Game Plan’ segment.

Rohit attempted a sweep against Will Jacks but misplayed it to Jos Buttler, the wicketkeeper. The Kolkata Knight Riders’ head coach believes Rohit, who rarely faces off-spinners, can succeed if he has a positive mindset.

But he got out since it appeared he was stranded for runs. So, more than skill, it is the mind. But he’s batting good, so I’m not concerned,” he said.