The moment captured the essence of India’s triumph as Rohit, with a beaming smile, after winning against New Zealand in the finale in Dubai. Rohit’s leadership and stellar performance with the bat throughout the tournament were instrumental in securing India’s title.
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— BCCI (@BCCI) March 10, 2025
Since the tour of Australia, speculations were rife about Rohit’s future in the team as well as his position as captain but a match-winning 76 in the final against New Zealand on Sunday has given him a new lease of life.
“I am not going to retire from this (ODI) format. Going forward please don’t spread rumours,” Rohit said at the post-match press conference after India beat New Zealand by four wickets to clinch the trophy.
He was expectedly quizzed about his future plans and he said that things will remain as it is.
“No future plans. Jo ho raha hain, woh chalta jayega (Whatever is happening will keep continuing),” Rohit added.
Rohit said his aggressive approach in the Power Play segment was a decision taken with a specific aim in mind.
The Mumbai man flew off the blocks in the first 10 overs making 49 before eventually getting out for a 83-ball 76.
“I haven’t done anything different today as I have been doing in the last 3-4 matches. I know how important it is to make runs in Power Play because we have seen that after 10 overs, it becomes very difficult when the field spreads and spinners come.” The nature of the Dubai pitch too played its part in him adopting a quick fire approach to batting.
“It becomes tough also because the pitch is already slow. So, it is very important for you to take chances from the top.
“I pick the bowler and where I can charge him and where I can play the shot. In that, you may not see that many big runs. Today after that 10 overs, I changed my game a bit. I had to play for a long time,” he added.
However, Rohit admitted that contributing to the team’s win as a batter was a very satisfying experience.
