Team India captain Rohit Sharma responds to England opener Ben Duckett's claim that Jaiswal's batting style is influenced by the "Bazball" approach. Rohit playfully reminds Duckett of Rishabh Pant's explosive performances, implying that the England team may not have been aware of Pant's skills on the field. Jaiswal has been India's top performer in the Test series against England, with an impressive 655 runs in four matches.
Rohit Sharma Responds to Ben Duckett's Comments on Shubman Gill's Batting Style
During the ongoing Test series between India and England, England opener Ben Duckett made a comment suggesting that Indian batter Shubman Gill's attacking approach was influenced by the "Bazball" style of play. Team India captain Rohit Sharma responded to Duckett's claim, referencing Rishabh Pant's explosive batting performances and implying that England may not be fully aware of Pant's abilities.
Top 5 FAQs and Answers
What is "Bazball"? Bazball is an aggressive and attacking approach to Test cricket, characterized by high scoring rates and a willingness to take risks. It was popularized by England under the leadership of Brendon McCullum.
Who is Shubman Gill? Shubman Gill is a rising star in Indian cricket, known for his elegant batting style and ability to score quickly. He has been in excellent form in the ongoing Test series against England.
Who is Ben Duckett? Ben Duckett is an English cricketer who has represented England in both Tests and One Day Internationals. He is known for his attacking batting style.
What did Ben Duckett say about Shubman Gill? Duckett suggested that Gill's aggressive batting approach was influenced by the "Bazball" style of play.
How did Rohit Sharma respond? Rohit Sharma responded by playfully reminding Duckett of Rishabh Pant's explosive performances, implying that England may not have been aware of Pant's skills on the field.
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