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Former Cricketer Deep Dasgupta Warns Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli: 'You Can't Take 1-2 Games'
✍️ Times of India
🗓 28 Jul 2026, 08:37 AM
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Deep Dasgupta, a former Indian cricketer, cautioned senior players Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli that they cannot afford to rely on a few matches and must consistently perform to secure their ODI spots.
Former Indian cricketer Deep Dasgupta issued a stern warning to senior batsmen Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli during a recent interview, stating that they cannot afford to rely on a handful of games to secure their place in the national ODI squad.
Dasgupta emphasized that the current competitive environment demands immediate impact and consistent performance. "You can't take 1-2 games," he said, underscoring the need for sustained excellence rather than sporadic brilliance.
While selectors and coaches are still debating the long‑term future of both players, Dasgupta believes their positions are secure on merit. He points to their recent form in series against top teams as evidence of their continued relevance.
The former cricketer concluded that the focus for Rohit and Kohli should remain on delivering consistent performances in every match, as the selectors look for players who can contribute reliably over time.
Dasgupta emphasized that the current competitive environment demands immediate impact and consistent performance. "You can't take 1-2 games," he said, underscoring the need for sustained excellence rather than sporadic brilliance.
While selectors and coaches are still debating the long‑term future of both players, Dasgupta believes their positions are secure on merit. He points to their recent form in series against top teams as evidence of their continued relevance.
The former cricketer concluded that the focus for Rohit and Kohli should remain on delivering consistent performances in every match, as the selectors look for players who can contribute reliably over time.