Sunil Gavaskar Criticizes Kohli and Rohit After Melbourne Test Loss
Following India’s 184-run defeat to Australia in the Melbourne Test, legendary cricketer Sunil Gavaskar strongly criticized the team’s senior players, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, for their poor performances. Speaking to the Indian media, Gavaskar held the top-order batsmen accountable for the team’s failure in the crucial Boxing Day Test, which has jeopardized India’s hopes of reaching the ICC World Test Championship final.
Gavaskar Calls Out Senior Players
When asked about the future of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, Gavaskar responded bluntly:
“It’s up to the selectors. Expectations weren’t met. The top order has a crucial role to play. If they don’t perform, why blame others?”
He further emphasized the importance of senior players stepping up in key moments.
“The seniors didn’t play the role they were supposed to. They just needed to bat today to create a fighting chance in Sydney. The problem is the top order didn’t deliver, and that’s why India is in this situation,” Gavaskar said.
Melbourne Test Recap
India’s loss to Australia has severely impacted their path to the ICC World Test Championship final. The top order’s inability to perform in both innings of the Melbourne Test left the team vulnerable, with Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli failing to make significant contributions. India’s collapse has drawn sharp criticism from cricketing experts, with Gavaskar leading the charge.
What’s Next for India?
The defeat puts India in a precarious position, as they now need to win the remaining matches and hope for favorable results in other series to keep their chances alive. Gavaskar’s remarks serve as a wake-up call for the senior players to take responsibility and perform under pressure in the upcoming games.
