Why Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Are Not Playing In Second ODI vs West Indies? Hardik Pandya Raises 'Few Questions' Point

29.07.2023 - 13:53 sports.ndtv.com

The Indian cricket team sprang a surprise at the toss of the second ODI against West Indies on Saturday as they rested veteran duo Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma.

In Rohit Sharma's absence, India's T20I captain Hardik Pandya led the side, as it was asked to bat first in the match. Pandya said that they were seeking answers to a few questions and that's why the duo was rested.

In place of the veterans, Sanju Samson and Axar Patel have been brought in. "We were looking to bat first. We want to see how much we can score on this pitch which is a bit up and down.

Few questions need to be answered for us, so Virat and Rohit are resting. They can be fresh for the third ODI. The way we bowled was impressive.

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