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Rohit Sharma likely to be ‘rested’ for the fifth Test against Australia, with Jasprit Bumrah expected to captain the Indian cricket team in his absence.
Rohit Sharma Likely To Be ‘Rested’ For 5th Test Against Australia
Indian cricket team skipper Rohit Sharma is expected to be ‘rested’ for the fifth Test match against Australia starting Thursday in Sydney. Fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah is set to lead the team in Rohit’s absence. Rohit has struggled in the ongoing five-match Test series, scoring just 31 runs in three matches.
Jasprit Bumrah To Captain Indian Cricket Team
Bumrah led the team in the first Test match in Perth, which they won by 295 runs. Head coach Gautam Gambhir has fueled speculation regarding Rohit’s future by not providing a clear answer during the pre-match press conference.
Significance of Sydney Test for India’s WTC Final Dreams
With India trailing 1-2 in the series, the Sydney Test holds special significance for their dreams of reaching the World Test Championship Final. The team will finalize their playing XI after assessing the pitch conditions.
