AUS vs IND 2025: "Reminds you of the BGT" - Former India opener's massive remark on Kohli & Rohit's failures in 1st ODI
"If you walk out to play after 220 days, that too in Perth, where there is extra bounce and pace, this can happen," Aakash Chopra said.
Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra shared his candid views on Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's early dismissals in the first ODI against Australia at the Perth Stadium on Sunday, October 19. After Mitchell Marsh won the toss and invited India to bat first, Rohit and Kohli were dismissed for 8 (14) and 0 (8), respectively. The Men in Blue lost the rain-curtailed match by seven wickets (via DLS method).
Rohit and Kohli returned to international cricket for the first time since the Champions Trophy final in March 2025. Chopra believes that it is natural for players to struggle a bit when they make a comeback to international cricket after a lengthy layoff, especially when it is in challenging conditions like Perth. He urged fans to be patient and give them some more time to get into their groove.
"If you walk out to play after 220 days, that too in Perth, where there is extra bounce and pace, this can happen. At times, there can be a good ball, or at times, the hands are away from the body, reminding you of the BGT. All that can happen. It's okay, there are two more matches still to go, and these guys are not going anywhere. Don't really jump to any conclusion. It's just one match; Adelaide and Sydney are still left," Chopra said in a video posted on his 'X' handle.
Once you learn how to ride a cycle, you don't forget it for the rest of your life: Chopra
The cricketer-turned-commentator gave a cycle analogy, saying that someone who is riding the vehicle after a long time will struggle to operate it without using the handlebars. He said that Rohit and Kohli will fire on all cylinders once they get some more practice in.
Shubman Gill is making sure that Rohit Sharma is comfortable
"Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli got out early. You're wondering how this happened. Have you ridden a cycle? Once you learn how to ride a cycle, you don't forget it for the rest of your life."However, if you ride a cycle after five years, you won't be able to ride it with both your hands off the handlebars, like you used to before. You will have practice again; only then will you be confident enough," he added
Download Our App