Delhi: Veteran opener Rohit Sharma’s aggressive batting style may have failed many times and has caused criticism, but Mumbai Indians (Mi) head coach Mahela Jayawardene has said that the team has supported the former captain to bat at the same speed, even if there is a risk in it.
In the match played against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on Sunday, Rohit scored 76 runs in 45 balls to give his team a big win.
Jayawardene said in the press conference, “When he gets into rhythm like this, you know that he can change the game and fill a positive energy in the whole team, so we are very happy with his style.”
He further said, “Rohit has never changed his approach. From the beginning he had the same intention, even though he was constantly failing. It matters to us that he wanted to play for the team and played as he wanted to play. We gave him full support to play in the same way.”
Jayawardene also said that it is very important to understand the situation of the game and Rohit carried out his plan against CSK in a great way.
The former Sri Lankan captain further said, “He has been batting with this fast for some time and understands himself well, but at the same time he also understands the circumstances about the game and plays accordingly.”
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