Rohit Sharma: A Tactical Genius on Par with Dhoni

Former head coach Ravi Shastri lauds Indian skipper Rohit Sharma, comparing his tactical prowess and leadership to that of legend MS Dhoni. Shastri highlights Rohit's role in India's recent T20 World Cup win and his exceptional batting skills, marking him as one of the greatest in white-ball cricket.

Former head coach Ravi Shastri has heaped praise on Indian skipper Rohit Sharma, drawing parallels between his tactical genius and the legendary MS Dhoni. In white-ball formats, Sharma's achievements have etched his name among the greats, according to Shastri.

Rohit led India to their second T20 World Cup title, breaking a decade-long title drought. Under Sharma's captaincy, India secured 49 wins out of 62 T20I matches, surpassing Dhoni's record of 41 victories in 72 games.

Shastri highlighted Rohit's calm demeanor and ability to make critical decisions, such as deploying Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya at crucial moments during the T20 World Cup final. He also lauded Rohit for his explosive batting skills and consistency in delivering high-impact performances.

(With inputs from agencies.)