Former India Coach Ravi Shasti made a bold statement Rohit Sharma and MS Dhoni’s captaincy in test cricket. Rohit Sharma returns to the Indian squad for the upcoming three-match ODI row All eyes are on him as he aims to make a strong international comeback against Australia.
Ahead of the first ODI against Australia in Perth, Shastri Rohit remains one of the most influential leaders in white-ball cricket, but is unimpressed by his Test captaincy record. As India’s white-ball captain, RoHit led the team to the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 and the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, along with several Asia cups and the ICC champions Trophy along with IPL titles.
Ravi Shastri was not impressed with the Test captaincy of RoHit Sharma and MS Dhoni
The Indian opener’s leadership in limited-overs cricket often attracts comparisons with MS Dhoni, both hailed as game changers for India. However, Rohit’s performance as Test captain has been impressive. Out of 24 Tests under Rohit, India have lost nine and nine, including a 0-3 whitewash against New Zealand in the 2023 World Test Championship final and at home.
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Even the 2024-25 border-Gavaskar trophy in Australia ended with a 1-3 loss. On the other hand, India have won 27 matches, lost 18 and drawn 15 under MS Dhoni’s captaincy in Test cricket. However, Shastri noted that Rohit’s Test captaincy may not match his white-ball achievements, but his experience and hunger for success do not compare.
Ravi Shastri has won Asia Cup and IPL trophies (ICC trophies) with ‘Mrs Dhoni’, everything else.
Ravi Shastri hails Rohit Sharma’s transformation
After Odi lost his captain Shubman GillRohne drew intense attention for his fitness during the offseason. Rohit shed weight, worked on his agility and prepared for the challenge of Australia.
Admired by Rohit’s hard work on his fitness, “Fitness-wise” Virat has no problem and now you see Rohit; he has done a lot of hard work on himself. So he has this desire, that desire. “
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Ravi Shastri reacts to Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s comebacks, explains why fans are going crazy
The three-match Odi Series against Australia will be Rohit Sharma’s first international outing since ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Fans are stirring up controversy over their comebacks, including Virat Kohli’s comeback in Australia.
Shastri said these discussions are natural in a cricket-mad nation like India, where loyalties and opinions vary widely, but Rohn and Virat Kohli continue to enjoy universal respect and admiration among fans.
“It’s just what you like and probably where you come from and what teams are going to be rcb fans. Honest sides.
