Rohit Sharma Under Pressure: Australia’s Tactic of Breaking Captains

Rohit Sharma succumbed to Australia's psychological tactics in the recent Border-Gavaskar Trophy, managing a low average. Former spinner Kerry O’Keeffe remarked on the strategy targeting opposition captains, which effectively demoralized Sharma. Meanwhile, Ajinkya Rahane's strength during the 2021-22 series served as a contrast to current struggles against Australia.

Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma fell victim to Australia's longstanding tactic of mentally undermining opposing skippers, according to former spinner Kerry O'Keeffe. Australia secured a 1-3 win in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, with Sharma managing only 31 runs in three matches.

O'Keeffe, speaking to Fox Sports, highlighted how Australia 'brought down' Sharma, forcing his withdrawal from the final Test. The strategy, reminiscent of Glenn McGrath's predictions against captains like Michael Atherton, has been pivotal to Australian success.

Despite Jasprit Bumrah's strong performance as interim captain in the first Test, Sharma's tenure in subsequent matches saw India's fortunes decline. Comparatively, Ajinkya Rahane's resilience in the previous series underscored Sharma's challenges.

(With inputs from agencies.)