India's prominent batsmen Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are now being urged to emulate MS Dhoni's approach, following their lackluster performance in their return match. After a seven-month hiatus from international cricket, both Kohli and Rohit struggled to make an impact in the series opener against Australia, managing scores of just 8 and 0 runs.
In light of their underwhelming display, former India bowler Varun Aaron emphasized the importance of consistent play to remain engaged with the sport, especially since they are now primarily one-format players. He pointed out that MS Dhoni participated in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and the Vijay Hazare Trophy after retiring from Test cricket to ensure he was match-ready.
“Play domestic cricket. The Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy starts in November,