Limited-overs form
• India’s recent triumph in the ICC Champions Trophy reaffirmed their dominance in white ball cricket.
• Rohit Sharma’s men have secured 23 wins across 24 ICC tournaments, an impressive 95.83% success rate.
• Despite being stationed in Dubai for three weeks due to the Indian government’s refusal to allow play in Pakistan, India executed their plans with precision.
• India’s strategy of fielding four spinners proved decisive on a sluggish pitch.
• Rohit’s composed 76 set the tone, and India’s deep batting line-up ensured a comfortable finish.
• Despite facing setbacks in Test cricket, India’s limited-overs form remains formidable.
• The squad’s depth is evident, with contributions from Shreyas Iyer, K.L. Rahul, Hardik Pandya, and Mohammed Shami.
• Virat Kohli’s consistency and Rohit’s leadership suggest retirement is not imminent, but selectors must look ahead to the 2027 ODI World Cup.