Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan emphasized the crucial roles of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in India’s chances at the upcoming ODI World Cup in South Africa. Pathan praised Rohit’s skill against fast bowling in challenging conditions and described Virat as the ideal anchor at No.3. He noted Rohit’s strength in handling short-pitched deliveries and highlighted Kohli’s unmatched consistency and ability to guide the team under pressure.
Pathan expressed confidence in KL Rahul as India’s primary wicketkeeper-batsman in ODIs, citing his versatility and performance in lower-order positions. He also supported Ishan Kishan’s inclusion as a backup wicketkeeper due to his batting skills and ability to handle pace effectively. Pathan mentioned Sanju Samson as a strong contender for the middle-order positions, praising his maturity and ability to handle pressure effectively.
India is set to transition from Tests to ODIs with a three-match series against Afghanistan starting at HPCA in Dharamshala on Saturday.
