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Renowned Coach Rahul Dravid Commends Rohit Sharma's Wise Decision in Opting for Ravi Bishnoi in Second Super Over

  • Posted on January 18, 2024
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  • By Arijit Dutta
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Rohit Sharma's bold decision to choose Ravi Bishnoi in the crucial Super Over against Afghanistan, as praised by coach Rahul Dravid, resulted in India's thrilling T20 victory. Bishnoi's exceptional bowling secured two crucial wickets, validating Rohit's strategic call and showcasing the team's resilience in a high-stakes match.

Renowned Coach Rahul Dravid Commends Rohit Sharma's Wise Decision in Opting for Ravi Bishnoi in Second Super Over Image Source -www.mid-day.com

In a gripping encounter during the 3rd T20I against Afghanistan, Rohit Sharma's daring decision to hand the ball to Ravi Bishnoi in the second Super Over proved decisive. Defending a challenging 11 runs, Sharma's unconventional move to trust the spinner at the death showcased his cricketing acumen.

Typically, captains exhibit caution when relying on spinners in critical moments, but Rohit's instincts prevailed. Bishnoi rose to the occasion, dismissing Mohammad Nabi and Rahmanullah Gurbaz on the first and third deliveries, securing India's victory in a tense cliffhanger.

Rahul Dravid, India's head coach, commended Rohit's bold call, acknowledging that had Afghanistan batted out the entire over, the outcome might have favored them. Dravid emphasized the importance of taking wickets, and Rohit's choice to go for the kill was, in hindsight, the right strategy.

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"I think Rohit went with his gut, he felt the spinner had a better chance to take those two wickets," Dravid stated. In a quote to Cricbuzz, he added, "It was a great call from the skipper to go with the spinner. Bishnoi was brilliant; he bowled two superb balls."

Dravid highlighted the significance of Bishnoi's strategic bowling, adjusting the length wisely to prevent potential sixes on the small ground. The coach appreciated Rohit's positive approach, opting for wickets instead of a safer option, defying expectations.

In summary, Rohit Sharma's audacious decision-making, praised by coach Rahul Dravid, secured India's triumph in a nail-biting T20 encounter against Afghanistan. The strategic move to entrust Ravi Bishnoi in the critical Super Over showcased the team's determination and cricketing intelligence.

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