Aussies' Mind Games: Rohit Sharma's Struggle in Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Rohit Sharma faced mental tactics from Australia during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, resulting in a series loss for India. Former spinner Kerry O’Keeffe highlighted how these strategies have worked against other captains. Despite India's initial win, Sharma's form declined, leading to India's defeat.

During the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Indian captain Rohit Sharma fell victim to Australia's psychological tactics, which have long been employed to destabilize opposing team leaders. Former Australian spinner Kerry O'Keeffe emphasized this aspect, noting India's eventual loss of the series.

India managed an impressive victory under Jasprit Bumrah's leadership during the first Test in Rohit's absence. However, once Sharma returned to lead from the second Test, his personal form suffered, averaging only 6.20 across his appearances.

O'Keeffe highlighted similar scenarios against other international captains, asserting that attacking the skipper mentally empowers the Australian team. Despite initial success under Bumrah, Sharma opted out of the final Test, with Bumrah resuming leadership in an attempt to reverse the series outcome.

(With inputs from agencies.)