Rohit Sharma Praises Unblemished Indian Performance in ODI Series
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Synopsis
In Ahmedabad, India achieved a remarkable 142-run victory over England in the final ODI, completing a clean sweep in the series. Captain Rohit Sharma expressed pride in his team's flawless execution and emphasized their commitment to continual improvement, setting a strong foundation for future tournaments.
Key Takeaways
- India clinched a clean sweep against England in the ODI series.
- Rohit Sharma praised his team's performance and consistency.
- Shubman Gill starred, earning Player of the Series honors.
- India prepares for the 2025 Champions Trophy.
- Strong communication within the squad highlighted.
Ahmedabad, Feb 12 (NationPress) India dominated England in the three-match ODI series, achieving a clean sweep with a commanding 142-run victory in the final ODI held at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Wednesday. Captain Rohit Sharma, who faced scrutiny regarding his performance, effectively silenced his detractors with a robust show from his team. Rohit asserted that his team did not falter throughout the series, although he acknowledged that his 'champion team aims to improve with every match.'
"I don’t perceive any mistakes we made during this series. There are particular aspects we're analyzing, but I won’t elaborate here. The players are at ease having those discussions. It’s our responsibility to maintain consistency within the squad, and communication remains transparent. Regarding skills, there's nothing I can disclose. Naturally, a champion team aspires to enhance its performance with each game and progress," stated Rohit Sharma during the post-match presentation.
This bilateral series was primarily a preparatory step for India ahead of their 2025 Champions Trophy campaign, where they will face Bangladesh, Pakistan, and New Zealand in the eight-team tournament commencing on February 19.
The Indian squad will be delighted with the performance of their opening batsmen, particularly Shubman Gill, who shone in the series and is expected to carry his form into the ICC tournament. The 25-year-old right-handed batsman displayed remarkable skills, earning the Player of the Series title by scoring 259 runs, including a stunning 112 in the third match, averaging 86.33 runs at a strike rate of 103.60.
Gill, the vice-captain of India, remained humble and recognized this innings as one of his 'better performances.'
"I felt good; this was among my better innings. The wickets posed some challenges initially, particularly for the fast bowlers, so it was gratifying. The ball was seaming, so the conversation (with Virat Kohli) was straightforward: rotate the strike and avoid losing too many wickets during the powerplay, build on that momentum, and proceed from there. You simply react to what unfolds, rather than overthinking," Gill remarked after receiving the Player of the Series award.
Earlier, India triumphed in the preceding five-match T20I series against England with a score of 1-4.
