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.
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.
With intense speculation surrounding his ODI future, veteran batter Rohit Sharma faces a crucial test at Lord's. India take on England in the series-deciding third ODI, looking to bounce back from their Cardiff collapse and seal the trophy
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.