“Rohit Sharma faces backlash from Australian media and former cricketers over his on-field reaction after Jaiswal’s dropped catches.”
December 30, 2024: The ongoing India vs Australia 4th Test match at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) has seen drama unfold both on and off the pitch. After previously targeting Virat Kohli, the Australian media has now shifted its focus to Indian captain Rohit Sharma, criticising his heated reaction towards teammate Yashasvi Jaiswal following multiple dropped catches.
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The Incident:
During Day 4 of the match, Yashasvi Jaiswal had a rough outing, dropping three crucial catches — including chances to dismiss Marnus Labuschagne and Pat Cummins. Frustration boiled over when Rohit Sharma was seen visibly upset, throwing his hands in the air and shouting in frustration after Jaiswal’s mistakes.
While Jaiswal was already under immense pressure, Rohit’s visible anger drew sharp criticism from both the Australian media and cricket experts.
Media Backlash:
Leading the charge, The West Australian newspaper ran a headline calling Rohit Sharma “Captain Cry Baby”, with a subheading mocking both him and Virat Kohli: “Turns out Kohli isn’t the only sook in the Indian side.”
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Former Australian cricketer Mike Hussey commented on Fox Cricket, stating:
“I don’t like that reaction from the Indian skipper. As a leader, you need to project calm and reassurance. Jaiswal would already feel terrible about the drops; berating him on the field adds unnecessary pressure.”
Michael Vaughan, former England captain, highlighted the mental toll this might have on Jaiswal as he prepares to open the batting in India’s crucial run chase.
Player Reactions:
Alyssa Healy, Australia’s women’s cricket star, emphasized the importance of team morale:
“You need Jaiswal to be mentally prepared to walk out and open the batting with Rohit. This is not the way to inspire confidence.”
Meanwhile, Darren Berry, another former Aussie cricketer, took to social media to support Jaiswal:
“You gotta feel for the kid. He’s dropped crucial chances, but now he needs support, not scolding. Only a match-winning knock can silence this noise.”
The Bigger Picture:
India now faces an uphill task in the final innings of the match, with Jaiswal set to play a pivotal role. Rohit Sharma’s leadership and ability to rally his team under pressure will be under the microscope as India aims to chase down a challenging total.
This controversy highlights the intense scrutiny cricketers face on the global stage, where every reaction is dissected and analyzed.
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