Who can replace Rohit Sharma for India in the fifth Australian Test? The report contains the answer

Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma He is likely to be rested for the fifth Test against Australia, which starts in Sydney on Thursday, sources said. Rohit has scored just 31 runs in three matches in the ongoing series and his performances have drawn widespread criticism from fans and pundits alike. With rumors rife about the future of Rohit’s Test, a report Indian Express claimed that Shubman Gill will replace him at the Sydney Test. According to the report, KL Rahul will open the batting together Yashasvi Jaiswal and Gill will bat at number 3 upon his return to the playing XI.

The report further stated that Rishabh Pant will retain his place in the team, despite fierce criticism from many experts, while Prasidh Krishna He is expected to replace the injured Akash Depth aside.

Earlier on Thursday, head coach Gautam Gambhir mentioned that the eleven players will be announced before the game after the pitch at the Sydney Cricket Ground is assessed.

“Everyone knows what areas they need to work on. When you play for your country, you want to give your best. I think discussions between player and coach should remain confidential and limited to the dressing room,” Gambhir said at the tournament. pre-match press conference.

Asked whether Rohit would be part of the playing eleven for the Sydney Test given that the 37-year-old was not present at the press conference, Gambhir assured that the captain was fine.

“Rohit is fine and we will announce the playing XI tomorrow after assessing the pitch. We had one main conversation in the dressing room – how we will win the next Test, because that is extremely important for us,” Gambhir said.

Australia defeated India by 184 runs in the Melbourne Test to take a 2-1 series lead and hurt India’s chances of reaching the World Test Championship (WTC) final at Lord’s.

(With ANI inputs)