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Rohit Sharma takes blame and full responsibility for India’s 3-0 series loss to New Zealand, calling it a low point in his career. Read his reflections on leadership and personal performance
Rohit Sharma takes blame and reflects on India’s Loss
India captain Rohit Sharma did not hesitate to take full responsibility after India’s unexpected 3-0 series loss to New Zealand. Describing the defeat as a “low point in my career,” Rohit acknowledged his struggles as a leader and a batsman. This came after India failed to chase a modest 147 runs in the final Test at Wankhede Stadium, ending in a 25-run loss.
Struggles with the Bat and Captaincy
In the three-match series, Rohit scored only 94 runs, with his highest being 52 in the first Test. His final innings dismissal at 11 runs highlighted his batting struggles, as New Zealand’s bowlers proved dominant throughout. The captain reflected on his leadership, admitting, “As a captain and with the bat, I was not at my best.”
Positives Amidst Setbacks
Despite the loss, Rohit emphasized positives, praising the bowlers for their efforts to keep India in the game. Rohit acknowledged that players like Rishabh Pant and Washington Sundar adapted well to challenging pitches, showing resilience and proactiveness despite the outcome.
Not Easily Digestible Loss for India
Rohit Sharma expressed his disappointment, noting that this home series defeat was “not easily digestible.” The spin-friendly pitches favored New Zealand’s bowlers, especially Mitchell Santner in Pune and Ajaz Patel in Mumbai, who took 11 wickets in the final Test. This loss, Rohit noted, is a reminder of the sport’s highs and lows.
