Rohit Sharma works on fitness ahead of Bangladesh Test series
What's the story
Rohit Sharma, the captain of India's Test and One Day International (ODI) teams, is currently undergoing rigorous training for the upcoming home Test season. Rohit has been excused from the Duleep Trophy and is now training under assistant coach Abhishek Nayar. The Indian skipper is set to lead India in the two-match series against Bangladesh, starting September 27 in Kanpur.
Fitness focus
A look at Rohit's fitness regime
Rohit has been seen running in a park as part of his fitness regime. He was also photographed inside a gym with Nayar and Dhawal Kulkarni. This intense training is part of his preparation for the upcoming Test series. It is important to note that Rohit, including India's other Test regulars - Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah, Ravindra Jadeja, and Ravichandran Ashwin will not be participating in the impending Duleep Trophy.
Training details
Rohit's preparation for upcoming Test series
Rohit is currently focusing on his fitness in preparation for the home Test season and the challenging Border-Gavaskar Trophy Down Under. Rohit, who was rested for the impending Duleep Trophy, he is dedicating significant time to his physical conditioning. As per the released schedule, the Indian team will take part in 10 Tests between September and January for the ongoing ICC World Test Championship cycle.
Series schedule
Schedule of India's Test series
As mentioned, India's home season will begin with a two-Test series against Bangladesh at home in September-October. This will be followed by a three-Test series against New Zealand at home. The team will then embark on an Australia tour for five Test matches in November, with Perth hosting the opener. To maintain his fitness for these back-to-back Tests, Rohit is training under the guidance of Nayar.