Gavaskar predicted that Kohli will score runs under Rohit’s captaincy.
Sunil Gavaskar, the legendary Indian batter, questioned why Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma couldn’t get along, pointing out that both players are representing their country. He dismissed rumours of a breach between the two great players, urging Kohli to continue scoring runs and contributing to the team’s cause despite no longer serving as captain.
When addressing the press in December last year, Virat Kohli dismissed reports of a breach with Rohit, stating he was tired of repeating the same question over and again. For the first time in ODI cricket, Kohli batted alongside Rohit Sharma, who took over as India’s full-time captain in limited overs in India’s first ODI against the West Indies on Sunday in Ahmedabad.
Kohli and Rohit were talking like they often do, and the former captain even came up with DRS call recommendations. During India’s 6-wicket triumph against the West Indies on Sunday, Kohli urged Rohit to opt for the DRS in one of Yuzvendra Chahal’s overs.
“Why shouldn’t they get along? They are representing India. All of this discussion about two players not gelling is just speculative “Gavaskar stated to Star Sports. “According to credible sources, often known as purportedly or supposedly. Nobody informs you, yet this has been going on for years. And these men don’t give a damn about it. You wouldn’t even bother with such supposition because you already know the reality. As a result, there is nothing “He continued.
The renowned Indian cricketer also dismissed reports of them not getting along as ‘nonsense,’ insisting that Virat must produce to preserve his spot in the squad. “There are frequent rumours that the captain, who is now a member of the team, does not want the new captain to succeed.” This is absurd. Because if he does not make runs or a bowler does not get wickets, he would be dropped from the squad “Gavaskar stated unequivocally.
“He has already lost or opted out of leadership; if you do not contribute with the bat or ball, you will be kicked from the squad. So, all of these discussions are just speculative musings from folks who have nothing better to do except try and make up stories,” Gavaskar continued.
“Whether he plays under Rohit or anyone else, Kohli will get runs.” He will score runs for India.”
With a 1-0 lead in the three-match series, India will try to wrap off the ODI series when they play West Indies in the second ODI on Wednesday in Ahmedabad.
