In the aftermath of India’s triumphant two-Test series victory against the West Indies, Rohit Sharma responded with a touch of annoyance to questions raised about Virat Kohli’s overseas Test performance. The Indian captain dismissed the concerns as irrelevant “outside talk” that holds no significance for the team.
During the second Test match against the West Indies in Port of Spain, Trinidad, Virat Kohli managed to break his five-year-long century drought on foreign soil, receiving accolades for the milestone. However, despite this noteworthy achievement, certain journalists raised doubts regarding Kohli’s lack of substantial innings in overseas conditions.
Unfazed by the external speculations, Rohit Sharma confidently asserted that the team remains unaffected by such discussions and that the players are solely focused on their performances on the field. During a pre-match press conference ahead of the first ODI against the West Indies in Barbados, Rohit addressed the issue and emphasized the team’s priorities.
“I’ve answered this question a lot of times. All the outside talk, who scored how many, took how many wickets… people who say such things don’t know what happens inside,” Rohit said firmly. “For us, what happens inside stays inside. We prefer that. For us, the most important thing is to win matches or series, not who’s talking what. It doesn’t matter to us.”
Rohit’s unwavering defense of his teammate showcased the camaraderie and unity within the Indian cricket team. He reiterated that the team’s primary focus is on the upcoming three-match ODI series against the West Indies, where they look forward to maintaining their momentum and securing another series win.
“We are solely focused on the three ODI matches right now; we’re focusing on that,” he added. “Inside talks remain inside, and we want it to stay inside only. This is something that I have said a number of times, and in the future as well, I will say this only.”
The Indian captain’s stance exemplifies the team’s commitment to shielding themselves from external distractions and criticisms. The Indian cricket team, under the leadership of Rohit Sharma, has showcased resilience and determination, emerging as a dominant force in international cricket.
As India gears up to face the West Indies in the three-match ODI series, the team will aim to build on their recent success and continue their winning streak. With the likes of Kohli and Sharma in top form, the Indian batting lineup looks formidable, backed by a potent bowling attack.
The first match of the ODI series is set to take place at Kensington Oval, Bridgetown in Barbados, promising an exciting contest between the two cricketing giants. Indian fans eagerly await to witness another display of skill and passion from their beloved team as they strive to add more laurels to their illustrious cricketing journey.
