‘Probably saving for the finals’ - Rohit Sharma backs Virat Kohli to perform in WC final following slump in form

Team India reached the summit clash of the ongoing T20 World Cup 2024, defeating England in the semi-final 2 of the tournament. The side will be facing South Africa for a shot at the title at the Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados, on Saturday, June 29. 

Ahead of the clash, the Indian team will be quite confident. However, the only aspect of worry for the side would be the form of ace batter Virat Kohli. The 35-year-old has been unable to perform in the tournament. In seven innings, Kohli has scored 75 runs at an average of 10.71 and a strike rate of 100.

Despite his subpar form in the World Cup, India skipper Rohit Sharma has come forward and backed Kohli to be at his best in the summit clash of the tournament. Rohit confirmed Kohli’s place in the playing XI for the final and also stated that after one has played for 15 years, form does not matter.

“Look he is a quality player, any player can go through that (lack of form). But again, we understand we do understand his class and we do understand his importance in all these big games. When you have played cricket for 15 years, form is never a problem. He is looking good, the intent is there and (he is) probably saving for the finals,” Rohit Sharma was quoted as saying by Livemint.

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We have been very calm as a team: Rohit Sharma

Furthermore, the Indian skipper came forward to shed light on his side’s campaign in the mega event. He opined that they have been very calm right from the get-go.

"We have been very calm as a team. We understand the occasion (final). Staying composed helps you make good decisions. That'll help us making the game through. You got to play good cricket. That's what we want to do in the final. We'll try our best, that's all I can say. The team is in good shape, they are playing well. All I can hope is to put up another good show come the finals," Rohit said.