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"It Took Me Time But...": Rohit Sharma Digs Deep Into World Cup Final Heartbreak

India captain Rohit Sharma geared up for action for the first time since the conclusion of the Cricket World Cup 2023 as the national team prepared for the South Africa Test series. On the eve of the first Test in Centurion, Rohit attended media conference, addressing various topics, ranging from the team's South Africa challenge to his personal preparedness for the Test assignment. Considering it was first time Rohit addressed the media since the World Cup, Rohit was asked about the emotional video he posted about a week ago, questions on 'moving on' from the heartbreak also came up.

"Itna Mehnat Kia Hain Toh...": Rohit Sharma's Quip Leaves Reporters In Splits Ahead Of South Africa Tests

Indian cricket team skipper Rohit Sharma made it clear that a win in the Test series against South Africa will not compensate for the pain caused by the team's defeat in the Cricket World Cup 2023. However, in his trademark witty style, Rohit said that they have put a lot of effort in the past few months and they deserve to win something. Ahead of the first Test match between India and South Africa starting December 26 in Centurion, Rohit was asked about his feelings after the World Cup final loss against Australia and he said that all the players will surely be desperate to bounce back from that defeat.

India vs South Africa, Rohit Sharma Press Conference Live: "Mohammed Shami Will Be A Big Miss," Says Rohit Sharma

Rohit Sharma Press Conference Live Updates: For the first time since the heartbreak in the Cricket World Cup 2023 final, India skipper Rohit Sharma addresses the media ahead of the Test series against South Africa starting December 26. Rohit missed India's cricketing assignments against Australia and the limited-overs series against South Africa but is back to lead the team for the Test challenge in the Rainbow Nation.

"You Are Not Good Enough": How Andre Nel Sledge Triggered S Sreesanth's Epic Celebration On Hitting Six

As the Indian cricket team gears up for the South Africa challenge, the fanatics recall some of the most epic duels between the two sets of players. One the most memorable showdowns that took place when India toured South Africa for a Test series was between S Sreesanth and Andre Nel in 2006. The two players had some heated moments in the middle, prompting S Sreesanth to hit the South African pacer for six down the ground. What followed next was an extravagant celebration from the India star that will be remembered for ages.

Rohit Sharma "Has To Change His Approach": Sunil Gavaskar Ahead Of South Africa Tests

As the Indian cricket team embarks upon a challenge they have never managed to ace before, the spotlight will be on skipper Rohit Sharma who returns to international cricket for the first time since the conclusion of Cricket World Cup 2023. Rohit led the Indian team by example, taking them on a run of 10 consecutive wins before the loss against Australia in the final. As India gear up for the South Africa test, the legendary Sunil Gavaskar wants the Hitman to change his approach completely.

Hit Or Flop? Decoding The Curious Case Of Sanju Samson

Sanju Samson's talent, and potential if you could term it that at the age of 29, is beyond reproach. An elegant stroke player with the ability to take any bowling attack in the world to the cleaners, Samson has, deservedly, earned a cult following for himself, mostly based on his performances in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Having made his IPL debut back in 2013, the wicket-keeper batsman has aged like fine wine in the domestic franchisee-based cricket league, getting better and better with every passing season. So far, Samson has amassed 3,888 runs in 152 IPL outings with an average of close to 30 and a strike rate of 137.19.

Rahul Dravid Confirms KL Rahul As Wicket-Keeper For SA Tests, Ex India Stumper Disagrees

India head coach Rahul Dravid confirmed that KL Rahul, who has not kept wickets in red-ball cricket much, will take up the role behind the stumps for the first red-ball contest against South Africa, starting December 26. Rahul wasn't India's designated wicket-keeper in any of the three formats during his early days in the team but made the transition quite well in white-ball cricket. He is now India's No. 1 choice behind the stumps in both T20Is and ODIs. Now, the team management wants to see how he does behind the stumps in Tests. But, former India wicket-keeper Parthiv Patel isn't in agreement.

South Africa Tests Perfect Opportunity For Skipper Rohit Sharma To Heal World Cup Pain

As the echoes of India's heart-wrenching defeat in the 2023 ODI World Cup final against Australia continue to resonate, Rohit Sharma and the Indian cricket team find themselves at a pivotal juncture with a chance to etch their names in history with the maiden Test series win in South Africa. The devastation of the World Cup final loss lingers, especially for Rohit Sharma, the captain who led the team admirably throughout the tournament. But, with steely determination, Sharma can set his sights on a slice of history as India confront the South African challenge anew.

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"It Took Me Time But...": Rohit Sharma Digs Deep Into World Cup Final Heartbreak

"Itna Mehnat Kia Hain Toh...": Rohit Sharma's Quip Leaves Reporters In Splits Ahead Of South Africa Tests

India vs South Africa, Rohit Sharma Press Conference Live: "Mohammed Shami Will Be A Big Miss," Says Rohit Sharma

"You Are Not Good Enough": How Andre Nel Sledge Triggered S Sreesanth's Epic Celebration On Hitting Six

Rohit Sharma "Has To Change His Approach": Sunil Gavaskar Ahead Of South Africa Tests

Hit Or Flop? Decoding The Curious Case Of Sanju Samson

Rahul Dravid Confirms KL Rahul As Wicket-Keeper For SA Tests, Ex India Stumper Disagrees

South Africa Tests Perfect Opportunity For Skipper Rohit Sharma To Heal World Cup Pain