Rohit was leading the Indian team in an ODI for the first time since taking over from Virat Kohli as the full-time white-ball skipper. The Mumbaikar started his tenure on a positive note, with Team India registering a comprehensive six-wicket win in the encounter.
During an interaction on Star Sports, Harbhajan Singh was asked if he saw anything different from Rohit Sharma as skipper. He responded:
The former India off-spinner was particularly appreciative of Rohit for not imposing himself on the bowlers. Harbhajan elaborated:
Rohit has an excellent overall record as Team India’s ODI skipper. He has led the Men In Blue to a win in nine of the 11 matches he has captained in the 50-over format of the game.
“Rohit Sharma was spot on with his captaincy” - Harbhajan Singh
Harbhajan Singh spoke in glowing terms about Rohit’s handling of his two spinners - Yuzvendra Chahal and Washington Sundar. He explained:
The 41-year-old was also asked whether Deepak Hooda was unfortunate not to be given the ball. Harbhajan Singh responded:
Harbhajan Singh concluded by saying that he has great expectations from Hooda. He added the 26-year-old can play as a finisher at either No. 5 or No. 6.
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