Former Australian cricketer Simon Katich has sent a strong warning to Indian captain Rohit Sharma about the upcoming tour of England. This series will kick off the new World Test Championship cycle, but Katich believes it could be tough for Rohit, especially given his recent performance.
In the recent Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Rohit struggled, scoring only 31 runs in five matches with an average of just 6.20. He even chose to skip the last game in Sydney after a disappointing showing. Over the last few months, Rohit has managed to score only 164 runs in eight matches, averaging a little over 10. This form has led many to question his future in Test cricket.
Katich said that being 37 years old might make the England tour even harder for Rohit. “Only he knows if he still has the drive to play at that age,” Katich said. He added that England’s young bowlers, like Gus Atkinson and Brydon Carse, are performing well, making the series tougher.
Despite his rough patch, Rohit insists he is not retiring from Test cricket. Speaking after the Sydney match, he expressed hope for a comeback and said that outside opinions do not affect his game. In response, Katich joked that Rohit has a bright future in comedy after cricket, noting Rohit’s humor during interviews.
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