Ravi Shastri has praised Rohit Sharma's record century at Lord's, saying it silenced speculation about his ODI future. The former India coach also highlighted concerns over India's death bowling and fielding while backing youngsters to gain valuable international experience.
Irfan Pathan says Virat Kohli's greatness is not measured by runs at Lord's, praising the former captain's 74 against England and insisting his legacy is already secure after years of consistent performances across the world despite India's series defeat.
Parthiv Patel believes England's explosive finish with the bat proved decisive in the third ODI at Lord's. While praising Rohit Sharma's century and India's chase, he said the visitors failed to match England's finishing touch and urged young bowlers to improve at the death.
India captain Shubman Gill has urged a major improvement in the team's fitness standards after multiple injuries disrupted the England ODI series. He said frequent fitness setbacks forced unwanted team changes and warned India must build a more durable squad before the 2027 World Cup.
Yuvraj Singh believes India's recent struggles should be viewed as part of a rebuilding phase, urging patience with the team's transition. The former all-rounder accepted criticism but reminded fans of India's recent success and called for introspection ahead of future challenges.
Rohit Sharma dismissed speculation about his future after India's ODI series defeat to England, saying external criticism has never affected him. The former captain also urged patience with India's young bowlers and praised his enduring partnership with Virat Kohli.
India captain Shubman Gill dismissed speculation over Rohit Sharma's retirement, saying there had been no discussions within the team. Gill also hailed Rohit's brilliant 138 against England at Lord's, praising the veteran opener's composure and match-defining partnership during India's chase.
Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh rang Lord's iconic five-minute bell before the third ODI against England, reviving memories of his famous 2002 NatWest Series heroics. The honorary ceremony is one of the most cherished traditions at the Home of Cricket.
Former India assistant coach Abhishek Nayar believes Rohit Sharma will make tactical adjustments against Sam Curran in the deciding ODI at Lord's. Nayar said Rohit's strike rate is not a concern, stressing that converting good starts into big scores remains the bigger challenge.
Kapil Dev believes England hold a slight advantage over India ahead of Sunday's ODI series decider at Lord's due to home conditions. The former India captain also backed Gautam Gambhir, saying the BCCI and selectors should decide the head coach's future.
Kapil Dev praised Rohit Sharma's immense contribution to Indian cricket amid speculation over the veteran batter's ODI future. However, the BCCI dismissed retirement rumours, reiterating that Rohit remains a key part of India's plans despite reports linking him with an ODI exit.
Shubman Gill's fluent 80 and Axar Patel's unbeaten half-century and four wickets helped India beat England by six wickets in the first ODI at Edgbaston. India chased 259 comfortably to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series
