Rohit Sharma Breaks Silence Amid Speculations on His Test Career

 

India's Test captain Rohit Sharma stirred conversations with a bold interview during the Sydney Test, which he missed. While reports suggested Rohit was dropped from the squad and possibly out of the selectors’ future plans, the player revealed a different story. Speaking to Star Sports, Rohit clarified that he "opted out" due to poor form and emphasized that he wasn’t retiring. His performance in the series had been underwhelming, with just 31 runs in three matches.

 

Former cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar offered his take, hinting that Rohit’s interview aimed to address more than his form. "It felt like Rohit wanted to clear the air because Gautam Gambhir was being credited for the bold decision to leave him out. He wanted to set the record straight," Manjrekar said.

 

Manjrekar, who praised Rohit’s candidness, also cautioned him about his future in Indian cricket. He stressed that while retirement is a personal choice, a player's continuation in the team depends on the selectors. "The chairman of selectors holds the power to decide a player's future, no matter how big the name. You must respect the hierarchy," he added.

 

Rohit’s interview has certainly fueled debates, leaving fans eager to see how the selectors shape the team’s future.