Rohit Sharma: 'I don't think of a target while batting'
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Rohit Sharma
has always been known for his calm, composed approach at the crease. And in a recent interview with Star Sports, he offered rare insight into his batting mindset.
'Whenever I bat, I don't think of a target," Rohit said.
'Sometimes you underachieve when you put the target. Go and bat. Assess the situation. If you feel you can take it, take it on.
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Speaking about the mental demands of high-pressure games, especially finals, Rohit acknowledged the nerves, but highlighted the importance of emotional control.
'When we are playing these kinds of games, whether it's final of the World Cup, of course, there are nerves.
You know, you want to win, you want to play well, you want to perform," he added.
"You know, the experience of playing for India for so many years, being there also helps. You can control your emotions, you can control your thoughts and be in the moment."
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His words carry even more weight now as he steps away from Test
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Last month, Rohit announced his retirement from the longest format, marking the end of an era. 'It's been an absolute honour to represent my country in whites,' he shared on social media.
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Rohit's Test career ends with 4,301 runs in 67 matches at an average of 40.57, including 12 centuries. His highest score (212) came against South Africa in Ranchi in 2019.
Yashasvi Jaiswal credits Shubman Gill after maiden Test ton in England: 'I love it'
With India beginning their five-Test series in England on June 20 at Headingley, this will be the first major overseas assignment without Rohit in the whites.
While Rohit's Test journey concludes, he will continue to represent India in ODIs.
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