Wasim Jaffer shared his views on Rohit Sharma as a Test opener in a discussion with Aakash Chopra on the latter’s YouTube channel.
Aakash Chopra asked Jaffer if he saw Rohit Sharma succeeding as an overseas opener in Test cricket, considering that he has scored a double century in India. The former Mumbai opener replied in the affirmative while reasoning that the Hitman knows his game much better now.
Wasim Jaffer cited the example of a couple of innings that Rohit Sharma had played at the 2019 World Cup, where the Indian opener had bided his time initially.
He added that once Rohit Sharma realises that the conditions have become more batting-friendly, he can take the attack to the opposition.
Wasim Jaffer iterated that Rohit Sharma has developed the ability to plan his innings based on the demands of the situation.
Wasim Jaffer on the initial tough period that Rohit Sharma might have to deal with
Wasim Jaffer claimed that Rohit Sharma can even score a double century in foreign conditions, as long as he is able to negotiate the tricky early period with the new ball.
Rohit Sharma has played 32 Test matches for India, scoring 2141 runs at an average of 46.54. But his away Test record has left a lot to be desired, with him having scored just 816 runs in 18 matches at a below-par average of 26.32.
His Test career got a new lease of life when he took up the opener’s role in the last home season. In the 5 Test matches he played in India as an opener, Rohit Sharma amassed 556 runs at a Bradmanesque average of 92.66, including a double century against South Africa.
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