Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:55am on 06 Dec 2024,Friday Politics
India captain Rohit Sharma defended the decision to drop Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja in the first Test against Australia, emphasizing the strategic choice to field Washington Sundar. Sharma called Sundar a "solid all-rounder" capable of excelling globally, urging him to avoid injuries. Sundar showcased consistency and resilience, building a vital partnership with Virat Kohli. While acknowledging Ashwin and Jadeja's immense contributions, Rohit assured they will play key roles in the ongoing series. He also praised debutants Rana and Reddy for their impressive performance and combative attitude, underlining their importance for India’s long-term success.
