BGT 2024-25: Will Rohit play in the first Test after practicing in Mumbai instead of going to Australia?
Xtra Time Web Desk: There is still uncertainty about whether Rohit Sharma will play in the first match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, even though the entire Indian team has arrived in Australia. Rohit, however, took to the field for practice in Mumbai on Wednesday. According to sources close to the Indian captain, despite personal matters, Rohit is keen on ensuring his best preparation for the first Test.
The series starts on November 22, with India and Australia set to play five Tests. However, there is ambiguity about whether Rohit will feature in the opening Test. Reports suggest that Rohit is expecting the birth of his second child around the time of the Perth Test, which is why he had requested leave from the board in advance. But neither the board nor Rohit himself has confirmed the leave.
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The Indian team reached Australia on Monday, but even before their departure, head coach Gautam Gambhir was uncertain about Rohit's participation in the first Test. Speaking to the media, Gambhir said, "No final decision has been made yet. The situation will be communicated accordingly, and we hope to have Rohit for the first Test. But that will be confirmed before the series starts."
Captain Rohit Sharma continues to train and putting hard yard in Mumbai ahead of the BGT. ⭐
— Tanuj Singh (@ImTanujSingh) November 13, 2024
- Rohit Sharma wants to utilise his time in India so that he is ready for the Border Gavaskar Trophy...!!!! (TOI). pic.twitter.com/BQuvmS64SS
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Meanwhile, Rohit was seen practicing in Mumbai on Wednesday at the Reliance Corporate Park, where he was seen batting. His close associates state that no decision has yet been made regarding his travel to Australia, as the matter is personal. As a father, Rohit believes it is important to be with his wife and family during this time. However, he also doesn't want to miss out on his preparation for the Test series and has been practicing whenever possible in Mumbai.
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