Ahead of home test series against South Africa, former Australian cricketer Adam Gilchrist, who is no stranger to the opening slot, has put his weight behind the Rohit Sharma and expects him to come good when given a chance as an opener.
“When the Indian team is playing at home, Rohit can most definitely play as an opener. It might be more challenging when touring Australia, South Africa and England,” Gilchrist said.
“There is no reason why Rohit can’t be successful in Test cricket.”
“I love Rohit. We’ve played together for Deccan Chargers in the IPL. I think Rohit deceives people. By that I mean that since he is a laid back guy, people might think he is not working hard enough. In reality, he is world-class. If Rohit wants to be an opener, there is no reason why he cannot succeed.”
“But it would take a change in his mindset, in his batting approach, particularly overseas. He’s got to want to do it, no one should force him.”
If picked as an opener, Rohit’s first test will come against South Africa who are touring India and will play three-Tests. The selectors meet on Thursday in New Delhi to pick the Test squad for the upcoming home series against South Africa.
