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‘Pehle hi excuse de diya bhai ne’ - Fans react as Rohit Sharma says ‘batting in India is much more difficult now than batting overseas in Tests’

According to Rohit Sharma, batting in India is now more difficult than overseas, especially in Test matches. Here's how fans reacted.

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In recent years, the Indian cricket team has witnessed a significant shift in the challenges faced by batsmen while playing on home soil. Rohit Sharma, one of India's most accomplished batters, recently stated that batting in India has become more arduous than batting overseas, particularly in Test matches. This statement has sparked a debate among cricket enthusiasts and experts.

Sharma's assertion holds weight when considering the conditions prevalent in India over the last 2-3 years. Historically known for its spin-friendly pitches, Indian grounds have become even more treacherous for batters due to increased deterioration and uneven bounce. The introduction of Day-Night Tests with pink balls has further complicated matters as it favors seamers and swing bowlers.

Fans responding to this on social media have argued and criticized the captain for making such claims before the commencement of major competitions; others have claimed that he is already making excuses before the tournament in India has even begun. Few others criticized him for being too old and unfit to play in any format.

The emergence of talented spinners from other nations has added to the difficulty level faced by Indian batsmen. In recent times, visiting teams have brought quality spinners who exploit these challenging conditions effectively.

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The players sweated it out on the field, leaving no stone unturned with head coach Rahul Dravid and his support staff keeping a close watch on the proceedings. Captain Rohit Sharma looked in good touch with the bat and was in the nets for a long time. While Rahul has shown progress in batting levels post his recuperation from a surgery, his readiness to keep wickets is still under scrutiny as he has sustained a niggle while squatting.

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