India Captain Rohit Sharma has set some milestones for the Indian team players who aim to create an integral place in the lineup. Indian Captain Rohit Sharma has made it clear that the players not on national duty need to play domestic cricket unless they have been declared unfit by the BCCI medical team.
India Captain, Rohit Sharma’s statement came days after the BCCI excluded Ishan Kishan & Shreyas Iyer from the Central Contracts 2023-24 list. Both the players had refused to play in the Ranji Trophy & the results were that both of them were excluded from the central contracts list. After missing the quarterfinals, Shreyas turned out for Mumbai against Tamil Nadu in the Ranji Trophy 2024 semifinals.
It’s important to recognize the importance of domestic cricket said Rohit Sharma
At a Press Conference ahead of the fifth Test against India vs England in Dharamsala beginning on March 7, Rohit Sharma emphasized the board & management’s take on the significance of domestic cricket.
Rohit emphasized the importance of players being proactive in participating in domestic cricket, especially when they are fit and available. He stressed that this expectation applies to all cricketers, not just a select few, and urged everyone to prioritize playing domestic matches whenever possible.
There have been mixed reviews on BCCI’s decision to exclude Ishan & Shreyas from the contracts list. There are crciket pundits who pointed out that there are other senior players who have not featured in domestic cricket in recent times & still have been handed central contracts.
Rohit Sharma supports the growth of domestic cricket
India’s captain who is preparing for the Dharamsala Test beginning on March 7 emphasized the need to play domestic cricket & understanding its importance in shaping player’s skills.
Rohit observed the recent Ranji Trophy matches, particularly the Mumbai vs. Tamil Nadu game, and noted the exciting encounter between Vidarbha and another team. He highlighted the significance of such matches in showcasing the talent and skill of domestic players, emphasizing the importance of valuing and prioritizing domestic cricket as the backbone of Indian cricket
Meanwhile the final of the Ranji Trophy 2023-24 will be played from March 10 to 14 on the grounds of Wankhede Stadium.
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