‘Still a lot of cricket left in Rohit Sharma’; Yograj Singh defends ‘Hitman’

Some people have questioned Rohit’s fitness at the age of 38. However Yograj Singh a former Indian cricket player has defended him and given him high marks for his ODI performance.

New Delhi: Rohit Sharma has already retired from T20 International and Test cricket. He will now only be seen participating in One Day Internationals (ODIs). But there are also concerns expressed regarding his future in ODIs.

Some people have questioned Rohit's fitness at the age of 38. However Yograj Singh a former Indian cricket player has defended him and given him high marks for his ODI performance.

'Still has a lot of cricket left in him'

Rohit still has a lot of cricket left in him according to Yograj Singh. Speaking in an interview he stated, A lot of people talk trash about Rohit Sharma. The most responsible player though is him. That was evident to all during the Champions Trophy final. He demonstrated his class by the way he batted. Rohit and the other members of the team were on one side.

Rohit helped India win the Champions Trophy with a game-winning 76 runs off 83 balls in the final against New Zealand. His outstanding performance earned him the title of Player of the Match as well. According to Yograj Singh Rohit demonstrated his exceptional skill in 50-over cricket with his knock.

Fitness advice for Rohit Sharma

Rohit received fitness advice from Yograj Singh who said We need you for five more years Rohit. Work on your fitness please. Every morning hire four people and go for a 10-kilometer run. Rohit can continue playing with the same class until he is 45 if he maintains his fitness he added.

Yograj also thinks Rohit ought to play domestic cricket on a regular basis. Youll get fitter the more matches you play he said. Rohit will be able to stay fit and in form in this way. How Will Rohit Proceed? Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma will probably make their comebacks to international cricket in the forthcoming ODI series against Australia. Rohit has not competed for his country since the Champions Trophy.

Despite the ongoing retirement negotiations many people think Rohit can still contribute significantly in ODIs. The Hitman may put on more outstanding performances in the upcoming years if he concentrates on staying fit and practices for matches frequently.