Rohit Sharma has finally broken his silence on the dressing room leak scandal during India’s tour of Australia. The Indian cricket team captain also touched on how the team is focused amid reports of a rift in the dressing room.
During the Indian cricket team’s ongoing New Year’s Test against Australia in Sydney, Rohit Sharma highlighted the team’s resilience to withstand external distractions. The Indian captain also emphasized that such noise does not hurt the Indian players.
Rohit Sharma emphasizes team unity amid Indian dressing room controversy
Rohit Sharma admitted that such things are uncontrollable, but he insisted on the Indian cricket team’s unwavering commitment to their game, not letting off-field drama derail their mission. Clearly focused on winning matches, he insists his priority remains success on the pitch, saying the players don’t care about sideline chatter.
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In an interview to Star Sports, Rohit Sharma said on the dressing room leaks, “It doesn’t affect us because the players here are made of steel. We did our best to train such players. Look, there are certain things we can’t control and we don’t want to worry about those things. We don’t want to waste time on this. Let it happen (leaks). What can we do about it? Just focus on winning the match and getting better at our game; that’s what we want to do.”
Meanwhile, Rohit Sharma emphasized that cricket is a collective effort where all 11 players work together and the Indian cricket team works as a team. The Indian skipper also highlighted the value of leadership and dedication in the game, saying that this game is only for those who prefer the team.
I don’t want to speak for others: Rohit Sharma
The Indian senior batsman also reflected on staying true to his values both on and off the field. He believes in being authentic and standing up for what is right, regardless of what others think. India’s Test and ODI captain further emphasized that this approach defines his life and philosophy of cricket.
Rohit explained, “We don’t want those kinds of players or captains when they can’t think for the team. Team and team only. Why do we call it a team? Because 11 players play the game. That’s why it’s called a team.
“I don’t want to speak for others. This is my thinking. This is how I have played my cricket. This is who I am in life and off the field. I don’t want to portray anything else. I am who I am. If you don’t like it, forgive me, I will do it.”
“I know 140 million people in India are judging you”
In the end, the captain of the Indian cricket team also reflected on the challenges of captaincy and admitted that not every day brings success. He stressed that consistency in mindset, ideology and approach remains important, even if results do not always coincide.
However, as a captain, Rohit is confident in his methods despite the judgment and criticism, knowing full well that leadership in India comes with a lot of research. He said, “I know 140 million people in India are judging you. This is it. But as a captain, I believe in my own methods and ideology. I don’t want to change it.”
