'No worries at all': Morkel backs Rohit despite scrutiny, urges India to fix flaws
India's bowling coach Morne Morkel has publicly supported Rohit Sharma despite the captain's recent poor form in the ODI series against England. Morkel emphasized the difficulty of batting in English conditions and expressed confidence in Sharma's experience.
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NEW DELHI: India bowling coach Morne Morkel has thrown his weight behind Rohit Sharma amid growing scrutiny over the veteran opener's form, insisting there are "no worries" and expressing confidence that the former skipper will soon rediscover his rhythm in English conditions.Speaking ahead of Sunday's series-deciding third ODI against England at Lord's, Morkel dismissed concerns over Rohit's scores of 11 and 26 in the first two matches, saying the challenging conditions for opening batters have made life difficult throughout the series.Morkel backs Rohit's experience and composureWith speculation intensifying over Rohit's ODI future ahead of the 2027 World Cup, Morkel highlighted the opener's experience and the calming influence he brings to India's batting unit."It is hard work with a new ball up front. We have seen that in the entire series. The ball is moving around. So batting up front, it is not easy.
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