Rohit Sharma opted against an intense training session on Wednesday, raising speculations that the Indian cricket team captain could miss the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025 match against New Zealand. All eyes will be on who will replace him.
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Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma it seems is still to recover from the hamstring issue he suffered against Pakistan in their
Champions Trophy 2025 Group A encounter. Rohit was seen struggling with his hamstring after chasing the ball to stop a boundary and was forced to leave the pitch for a while.
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He later came on to bat and scored 20 off 15
as India won the match by six wickets. The player of the match was Virat Kohli who made 100 not out and, helping India qualify for the semi-finals.
Rohit could be rested after facing hamstring issue
On Wednesday as India returned to training after a two-day break, Rohit decided against batting in the nets. He was seen working with the strength and conditioning coach and physiotherapist, as per the Indian Express. Rohit came out for jogging but did not run full tilt.
The Indian Express has reported that there’s a possibility India will rest captain Rohit in their next match against New Zealand, which will be played on Sunday (2 March in Dubai). India’s semi-final is scheduled for 4 March and the team management would not want to take any risks with Rohit.
Team India’s semi-final opponent is still not decided and things will become clear after the last round of matches.
Who will replace Rohit against New Zealand?
If Rohit is rested indeed, the Indian cricket team could bring in Rishabh Pant or Washington Sundar to the playing XI against New Zealand. Both players reportedly batted in the nets on Wednesday for a considerable amount of time as they faced pacers and spinners.
It will also be interesting who will open the innings with Shubman Gill. While KL Rahul is an option, team management may not want to disturb a settled middle order.