Indian skipper Rohit Sharma faced a knee injury during a practice session at MCG. This sparks concern for the Boxing Day Test against Australia. The series of 5 Test matches is already level by one win by both the teams. India claimed victory in the Perth Test while Australia bounced back with a victory in the Adelaide Test. The third Test in Brisbane was declared a draw due to rain interruption. To keep the WTC final chances high, India has to win the remaining two matches of the series. The injury has put the team’s performance under pressure.
Injury Details And Team India Concerns
Rohit Sharma is known for his resilience and attempted to play through the pain. But eventually sought medical attention. The team physio applied an ice pack and elevated his leg for relief. Rohit’s discomfort was visible and it raised alarms within the team management, especially as the Test looms near.
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Captain Rohit Sharma got hit at his left knee during nets but is fine now. pic.twitter.com/2C9ams7l1s
The Indian captain’s form has already been under scrutiny. This injury could further complicate his path to recovery and performance in this high-stakes series.
Rohit’s Desperation To Get Back In Form
Rohit Sharma performance in the last five matches has not been upto the mark. He missed the Perth Test ,which India won by 295 runs under Bumrah’s leadership. He came back in the team during the Adelaide and Brisbane Test. However, he failed to perform, he scored only 3 and 6 .His poor form has raised questions on his captaincy as India lost the pink-ball Test.
Among all the Indian batters, Rohit’s Performance has the lowest first-innings average for a test in 2024-25. However, he showed his optimistic approach to get the form back. “Yeah, I have not batted well. There is no harm in accepting that. But I know what’s in my mind, how I am preparing myself. All those boxes are very much ticked. It’s just about spending as much time as possible batting,” Rohit said.
“Which I am pretty sure I am just there. As long as my mind, my body, and my feet are moving well. I am pretty happy with how things are panning out for me. Sometimes those numbers can tell you that it’s been a while since he has got big runs. But for a person like me, I think it’s all about how I feel in my mind. What kind of prep I am having before each game. And how I am feeling about myself. That’s the most important thing,” he added.
Implications For The Boxing Day Test
India is set to face Australia in a crucial match that could decide the series outcome. Rohit Sharma’s absence would be a massive blaw to the team both in terms of leadership and batting strength. Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah have the responsibility to make extra effort to lead the victory of team India.
The Indian camp is closely looking after Rohit Sharma’s conditions. Fans and teammates are hoping for the minor injury and he recovers in time to take the game in his hands at the MCG.
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