Prior to the 2023 ODI World Cup, Rohit Sharma offered advice on how to perform under pressure. Rohit Sharma, the captain of India, praised the value of competing in intense contests, like the Super 4 encounter against Dasun Shanaka’s Sri Lanka at the 2023 Asian Cup. He pointed out that these matches test different facets of their game, particularly with the ODI World Cup 2023 only around the corner.
India won the toss and chose to bat in the match against Sri Lanka. Openers Rohit and Shubman Gill gave them a good start. Seven fours and two sixes were part of Rohit’s amazing 53 run total off 48 balls. India scored 213 runs overall thanks to the contributions of KL Rahul (39), Ishan Kishan (33) and Axar Patel (26).
Spin spinners claimed all ten of Sri Lanka’s wickets in their innings. Maheesh Theekshana managed one wicket, Charith Asalanka got four, and Dunith Wellalage picked up a five-wicket haul. Sri Lanka’s top order failed to reach the mark, with only Wellalage (42) and Dhananjaya de Silva (41) making an effort.
They were unable to lead Sri Lanka to victory, as they were dismissed for 172 in 41.3 overs. With four wickets, Kuldeep Yadav was India’s standout bowler. Mohammed Siraj and Hardik Pandya each grabbed one wicket, while Jasprit Bumrah and Ravindra Jadeja each secured two wickets.
Rohit’s leadership has guided the team into the Asia Cup 2023 final with four crucial points in their favour thanks to their convincing 41-run victory.
When Pandya’s bowling was brought up, Rohit praised the all-rounder for his years of arduous practise and commitment to skill development. Additionally, he praised Yadav for his unwavering dedication and outstanding bowling performance.
“It’s encouraging to see how Hardik (who has been working hard on his bowling over the past couple of years) bowled that period. a difficult target to protect. We had to maintain our composure and bowl consistently since the pitch improved significantly towards the end, the 36-year-old continued.
“(Kuldeep) Bowling well for the past year or so again. He has put a lot of effort into developing his rhythm, and the previous 15 ODIs he has played show the benefits.”
