Rohit Sharma Sets Out Clear Instructions for World Cup 2023 Contenders
Indian Cricket Team captain Rohit Sharma has given a clear message to those hoping to make the squad for the upcoming World Cup 2023: perform under pressure or face the consequences. With the Ajit Agarkar-led selection panel yet to announce the squad for the Asia Cup 2023, the team is currently facing an injury crisis with Shreyas Iyer and KL Rahul still out of action. Moreover, their backups Sanju Samson and Suryakumar Yadav have failed to impress.
No Automatic Selections
Rohit has made it clear that no player is guaranteed a spot in the India World Cup squad and they must prove their worth in order to be selected. The selection panel is likely to take a specialists-only approach for the tournament, meaning 7 batters and 7 bowlers will join Hardik Pandya in the team.
Certainties in the Bowling Attack
Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Shami, Jasprit Bumrah, and Mohammed Siraj are all certainties for the bowling attack. As for the batting lineup, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill are all guaranteed to make the team. The remaining players are still in contention and must make the most of their opportunities if they want to be part of the squad.
Conclusion
Rohit Sharma has given a stern warning to those hoping to make the India World Cup 2023 squad: perform under pressure or be left out. With 7 batters and 7 bowlers to join Hardik Pandya in the team, the selection panel is likely to take a specialists-only approach. Certain players such as Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill are guaranteed a spot, while the rest must make the most of their opportunities if they want to make the cut.