Following the resolution of personal matters while he awaits the arrival of his child, former Indian cricketer Mohammad Kaif thinks Rohit Sharma will be keen to join the India team in Australia for their Border-Gavaskar Trophy series opener in Perth. Kaif is certain that Rohit will be inspired to lead the team in this important series as India battles for a berth in the World Test Championship (WTC) Final, despite the fact that there has been some conjecture regarding his availability for the first Test, which is set for November 21.
Kaif on Rohit
Former Indian cricketer Mohammad Kaif believes Rohit Sharma will be eager to travel to Australia for the India team's Border-Gavaskar Trophy series opener in Perth once personal matters have been resolved while he awaits the birth of his child. Although there has been some speculation about Rohit is availability for the first Test, which is scheduled for November 21, Kaif is confident that he would be motivated to lead the squad in this crucial series as India fights for a spot in the World Test Championship (WTC) Final.
"The thought will be there in Rohit Sharma's mind. His absence isn't confirmed because he does want to play. He knows that India have just lost 3-0 (to New Zealand), and he is the leader. He is not the kind of leader who runs away when the team is not performing well," Kaif said.
"He is waiting for situations get better at home, with his wife who is pregnant, and as soon as that happens, I am telling you, he will reach Perth. That is why he has not yet confirmed that he will be out for the first Test," Kaif added.
To stay fit, Rohit has been exercising alone in Mumbai even though he has not accompanied the squad to Australia. According to reports, if personal issues are settled, he might still arrive in time for the first Test in Perth. As a further sign of their support and appreciation for Rohit's vital role, the BCCI is willing to make arrangements for his quick departure.
Rohit's performance on Australian soil
A combination of encouraging starts and difficulties turning them into significant scores can be seen in Rohit is Test record in Australia. He has amassed 408 runs at an average of 31.38 in seven games played in Australia. His ability to maintain his composure under duress was demonstrated during the 2020–21 Border–Gavaskar series, where he helped India secure a draw with a cool-headed fifty-two at the Sydney Cricket Ground.
Rohit's command of his trademark hook and pull strokes will be crucial for India against a formidable Australian bowling attack that includes Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, and Josh Hazlewood. When Rohit enters, Kaif thinks his batting prowess and experience will be crucial to India's efforts to defeat a formidable Australian team.
