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India National Cricket Team opening batter Rohit Sharma has impressed everyone with his choices when he was asked to create his perfect ODI batter. Rohit Sharma picked qualities from some of the greatest batters in Indian cricket, but Virat Kohli was mentioned twice in his dream batter team.
The senior opener picked his perfect ODI batter after India’s thrilling second ODI against West Indies in Guwahati on September 30. Rohit had smashed a stunning century as India successfully chased a massive target of 406 to win the second ODI by 8 wickets in Guwahati. Amid this, India’s incoming chief selector speaks on Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma’s 2027 World Cup plans.
Rohit Sharma-Shubman Gill storm leaves West Indies helpless in Guwahati
The West Indies had created history by scoring 405/7 in their 50 overs. John Campbell, Shai Hope, and Amir Jangoo scored centuries to put India under huge pressure in Guwahati.
But Rohit and Shubman Gill had different plans. The opening pair added 255 runs in just 26 overs and gave India a perfect start in the huge chase. Rohit smashed 101 runs with 10 fours and six sixes before getting out. Gill went on to score an unbeaten 223 off 142 balls.
Gill’s record-breaking double century helped the Men in Blue complete the chase in only 43.3 overs with an eight-wicket win to take a 2-0 lead in the ongoing three-match ODI series against West Indies.
Rohit Sharma builds Ultimate ODI Batter, picks Virat Kohli twice
After the match, Rohit was asked by Star Sports to build his "ultimate ODI batter shot by shot" by selecting different batting qualities from different players. Rohit picked the legendary Sachin Tendulkar for the perfect straight drive.
When it came to the cover drive, he selected Virat Kohli. Rohit then picked his former opening partner, Shikhar Dhawan, for the flick shot. For the cut shot, he picked another legendary Indian opener, Virender Sehwag.
For the sweep, Rohit selected India’s T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav, who has built a reputation for playing the shot with great control and power. Amid this, Zaheer Khan, Hardik Pandya not on ‘speaking terms’ as all-rounder’s trade hits roadblock.
Rohit Sharma picks Hardik Pandya, KL Rahul for six-hitting, 3 players for best runners
Rohit Sharma then picked the star all-rounder Hardik Pandya and KL Rahul for their six-hitting abilities. Both players have been known for their power-hitting, especially during the later stages of an ODI innings.
However, Rohit had one more tough choice to make when asked about the best runners between the wickets. Interestingly, the Hitman has named three players. He picked Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill, and Ravindra Jadeja as some of the best runners in the world between the wickets.
This meant Kohli appeared twice in Rohit’s "ultimate ODI batter shot by shot."
Rohit Sharma’s perfect ODI batter.
- Straight Drive: Sachin Tendulkar
- Cover Drive: Virat Kohli
- Flick: Shikhar Dhawan
- Cut Shot: Virender Sehwag
- Sweep: Suryakumar Yadav
- Six-Hitting: Hardik Pandya and KL Rahul
- Running Between Wickets: Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill, and Ravindra Jadeja
Notably, India will enter the 3rd ODI against West Indies with confidence and a chance to complete a series whitewash. And Rohit Sharma will also be eager to continue his excellent form. The veteran batter will be aiming for another strong performance in the final game.
