"Did Rohit Sharma Report Sunil Gavaskar to BCCI Over Criticism? Here’s What We Know"
Former Indian captain Sunil Gavaskar, known for his candid analysis, did not hold back during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia. He openly criticized the Indian batting lineup, including skipper Rohit Sharma, for their lackluster performance. India suffered a 1-3 series defeat, and Rohit, who missed the first Test due to personal reasons, managed only 31 runs in the next three matches before stepping aside for the final Test.
According to a CricBlogger report, Rohit expressed concerns to the BCCI about Gavaskar's remarks, claiming that the harsh comments added unnecessary pressure, affecting his performance. Gavaskar had written in a column that if Rohit failed in the Melbourne and Sydney Tests, he might step down as captain before selectors intervened. Gavaskar even suggested that Jasprit Bumrah should have led the team in Rohit’s absence during the first Test.
The criticism reportedly left Rohit feeling unsupported during a challenging phase of his career. The two were later seen together at the Mumbai Cricket Association's 50th-anniversary celebration, but reports suggest tensions remained.
Adding to his struggles, Rohit's poor form continued in the Ranji Trophy, where he scored just 31 runs against Jammu and Kashmir in a losing effort. With mounting pressure, Rohit now faces the challenge of silencing his critics and reclaiming his form.