India vs Australia: KL Rahul’s removal as vice-captain doesn’t indicate anything, says Rohit Sharma

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Border-Gavaskar Trophy: India captain Rohit Sharma opened up on KL Rahul’s removal as his vice-captain for the remaining two Tests against Australia.

New Delhi,UPDATED: Feb 28, 2023 15:13 IST

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KL Rahul’s removal as vice-captain doesn’t indicate anything: Rohit Sharma (Reuters)

By India Today Web Desk: India skipper Rohit Sharma kept the KL Rahul vs Shubman Gill debate open on the eve of the third Test, saying the former’s removal as vice-captain doesn’t indicate anything and the management will continue to back the players with “potential”.

Rahul averages 33.4 after 47 Tests, while Gill has been patiently waiting for his chance in red-ball cricket after a sensational season in limited-overs cricket. Rahul, who has not scored more than 25 runs in his last ten Test innings, was relieved of his vice-captaincy following the second Test in Delhi, raising hopes of a change for the final two games.

“I said it after the last game also. When we talk about players going through a tough time, anyone with potential will be given enough time to prove himself. Being vice-captain or not being vice-captain doesn’t tell you anything. At that point in time, when he was the vice-captain, he was probably the most senior. His removal of the vice-captaincy doesn’t indicate anything,” Rohit said on Tuesday.

Shubman Gill, who is expected to replace Rahul as an opener in the third Test, has had longer batting sessions and extended catching practices in the slips and forward short-leg, all of which point to his return to the whites. When asked about the practice sessions and Gill’s active participation in the lead-up – the most in the series – captain Rohit said it was routine. Rohit stated that the XI would be revealed only at the toss.

“As far as Gill and KL are both concerned, that is how they train and practice before any game. Today was an optional training session for the entire group. All 17-18 are in the reckoning. It’s not just about Gill and Rahul. But as far as our XI is concerned, we have not finalised it yet. I prefer it to be announced at the toss. Can’t count out last-minute injuries and all and we will keep it interesting for you guys as well,” Rohit added.

India lead the four-match series 2-0, and a victory in the Indore Test will ensure that the Rohit Sharma-led side qualifies for the World Test Championship final in June.

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