Rohit Sharma prepares for upcoming Test season: Details here
What's the story
In a video that has gone viral, Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma was seen particiapting in an intense training session with assistant coach Abhishek Nayar. This preparation comes ahead of a busy Test season that begins with a two-match series against Bangladesh on September 19. The training sessions are part of Rohit's strategy to ensure he is in peak form for the forthcoming matches.
Social media buzz
Rohit's training video goes viral
A video of Rohit training with Nayar has been widely shared on social media. The footage shows the Indian skipper working out in a park under Nayar's supervision. This viral video has sparked excitement among cricket fans, who are eagerly awaiting the start of the upcoming Test season.
Track record
His impressive performance in WTC
Rohit has emerged as a key player for India in the ongoing 2023-25 ICC World Test Championship cycle. He currently ranks as the team's second-highest run-scorer, with 700 runs in nine matches at an impressive average of 46.66. His impressive performance includes three centuries and as many half-centuries.
Team performance
India lead WTC points table
India currently top the WTC points table with six wins, two losses and a draw from nine matches, boasting a points percentage of 68.51. The Aussies are placed second currently with eight wins, three losses, and one draw from twelve matches, with a points percentage of 62.50.
Future matches
Upcoming challenges for India
After the series against Bangladesh, India are set to play three Tests against New Zealand at home in October. This will be followed by a five-match Test series against Australia, starting in November. These upcoming matches present significant challenges for Rohit and his team, as they aim to maintain their top position in the WTC points table.
Stats
Indian captain's Test stats
The Indian opener has featured in a total of 59 Test matches and owns 4,317 runs, including 12 tons, 17 half-centuries with an average of 45.46. According to ESPNcricinfo, at home Rohit has scored 2,402 runs in 29 matches with an average of 61.58, and has 10 tons and seven fifties under his belt. In away matches, the captain has featured in 28 matches, scoring 1,613 runs at 33.60 (2 tons and 10 fifties).
Information
Rohit Sharma vs BAN and NZ
In a span of 4 years, Rohit has played just three matches against the Tigers, scoring only 33 runs with an average of 11.00. Against the Black Caps, he has featured in six matches scoring 424 runs with an average of 53.00 including four half-centuries to his name.
Twitter Post
Twitter Post
Captain Rohit Sharma was seen training in the park.!!!
— 𝐑𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐢𝐢⁴⁵ (@rushiii_12) August 24, 2024
Hitman getting ready for test season🐐🔥 pic.twitter.com/uqcnHs4R9o