Stokes' Record-Breaking Half-Century Secures Series Win for England
England captain Ben Stokes smashed a record-breaking half-century, the fastest for his country in Tests, as England defeated the West Indies at Edgbaston to secure a 3-0 series win.
According to Azad, Captain Rohit Sharma has unequivocally conveyed to the BCCI that Virat Kohli is indispensable for the squad, regardless of any other considerations.
The initial reports suggesting Kohli’s potential omission were based on sources indicating that the BCCI selectors questioned his recent T20 form. However, Rohit Sharma’s firm stance underscores the significance of Kohli’s presence in the team. The T20 World Cup, jointly hosted by the West Indies and the USA, is scheduled to commence on June 2.
India, aiming to clinch their first ICC tournament victory since the 2013 Champions Trophy, will rely on the formidable duo of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to lead their charge. As the cricketing world eagerly awaits the tournament, Rohit’s endorsement of Kohli’s inclusion adds further intrigue to India’s campaign.
Kohli, who took a break during the home Test series against England for the birth of his second child, will soon be back in action for the Royal Challengers Bangalore in the IPL, starting on March 22.
