Ashwin's Applause: Kohli and Rohit Shatter Doubts with Stellar South Africa Performances

Former Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin commended Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli for their impressive batting against South Africa. Despite prior criticisms, the duo delivered outstanding performances, with Kohli securing two centuries and a series-deciding unbeaten 60, while Rohit notched two half-centuries. Both emerged as India's top ODI run-scorers for the year.

In a stirring commendation, former Indian all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin has applauded Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, hailing their stellar performances against South Africa as evidence against their critics' demands for them to 'prove themselves'. Ashwin highlighted the ridiculousness of such expectations, given their recent dominant showing at home following a challenging Australian tour.

Speaking on his YouTube channel 'Ash ki Baat', Ashwin praised the duo for their resilience and exceptional form, suggesting both are more than ready for the 2027 World Cup. He emphasized the transformation in Rohit's fitness and Kohli's continued prowess, epitomized by Kohli's 'no-look six' and Rohit's authoritative pull shots.

Throughout the South African series, Kohli amassed 302 runs with two centuries, achieving an astronomical average of 151.00, while Rohit delivered 148 runs with an impressive strike rate. As this year's ODI season concludes, both Kohli and Rohit lead India's scorecards, demonstrating why they remain invaluable assets to the team.

(With inputs from agencies.)