Rohit Sharma abruptly retired from Test cricket before the England tour. He announced his decision in a short message on social media. After that, the opener did not open his mouth about it. However, Rohit appeared at an event on Monday and spoke about the reason for his retirement.
The former India captain, however, did not directly give the reason for his retirement. However, he gave a hint as to why he had to retire. Rohit said that he left after realizing that his body could no longer handle the strain of playing Tests.
Rohit regrets that young Indian cricketers do not give enough importance to preparation now. He said, “You have to prepare separately for Tests. Because the game is long. You have to survive for five days in Tests. Mentally, it is very stressful. The body is devastated. But it is also true, everyone grows up by playing first-class cricket.”
Rohit gave his own example in this regard. He said, “We first started playing professional cricket through club cricket in Mumbai. Back then, the games used to last for two-three days. So we were prepared. Starting from a very young age, we didn’t have any difficulty in handling the situation in the future.”
According to Rohit, young players gradually understand the need for preparation in advance. In the words of the former India Test captain, “I used to have a lot of fun when I started cricket. Then I played age-based cricket. Gradually, I came face to face with senior cricketers and coaches. I learnt how to prepare properly.”
Rohit also made it clear that he himself has always given importance to preparation. He said, “There are many things that have to be done that are not visible to the eyes. Preparation is one such thing. You have to do the same thing over and over again. Because it all started from there. You have to prepare yourself to survive on the field for a long time.”
FAQ
When did Rohit Sharma announce his retirement from Test cricket?
Rohit Sharma announced his sudden retirement from Test cricket before India’s tour of England through a short social media post.
Did Rohit Sharma give a reason for retiring from Tests?
Yes, Rohit hinted that his body could no longer handle the physical and mental strain of playing five-day Test matches.
What did Rohit Sharma say about the importance of preparation for Test cricket?
Rohit emphasized that Tests require special preparation, both mentally and physically, as the format is long and demanding.
Did Rohit Sharma express regret about young cricketers’ approach to preparation?
Yes, he regretted that many young cricketers today do not give enough importance to preparation for the longer format.
How did Rohit Sharma describe his own cricketing journey?
He recalled starting with club cricket in Mumbai, which prepared him early for longer matches and helped him adapt to Test cricket.
