Former Pakistan captain made remark on Rohit Sharma. Following the IPL 2023, the former Pakistan captain didn’t spare words when discussing Rohit Sharma and MS Dhoni.
On Monday night, the Mahendra Singh Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings upset the defending champions Gujarat Titans to win the Indian Premier League 2023 title. CSK won their fifth IPL title, equaling the record set by Mumbai Indians, who won all five of their titles while captained by Rohit Sharma. Both Dhoni and Rohit are deservedly considered as the best leaders in tournament history. When asked to compare the two, former Pakistan captain Salman Butt offered an unexpected remark.
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Dhoni’s and Rohit’s fitness
When asked to compare Dhoni’s and Rohit’s fitness, the former Pakistan skipper almost smiled before saying there is a “world of difference” between them. He wasn’t explicitly targeting the CSK captain, but he chastised the Indian captain for failing to maintain greater levels of fitness.
He confirmed that the two are entirely distinct. India’s skipper, Rohit Sharma, owns an amazing title. However, he should set a good example in every manner, and fitness is crucial. As captain, he should have the authority to demand certain things from his comrades. When it comes to him, one area where he may improve is his fitness, which would also improve his batting and confidence.
“There is a huge gap between the two. Rohit Sharma carries a heavy burden as India’s captain. He should be setting a good example in all respects, including fitness. When you are in a position to expect something from your teammates, you should have it yourself as a captain. “You should be top of the line,” he declared during one of his live YouTube sessions in response to a fan question.
I don’t know why Indian captain isn’t fit enough: Salman Butt
“When you look at Rohit Sharma, you can see that fitness is one area where he can improve significantly.” It will boost his batting and confidence. But we’ve been talking about it for a long time. I’m not sure why he’s not in good enough shape. “Perhaps he knows the reason himself,” he added.
towards 41, Dhoni has frequently been relegated to the role of late finisher, batting towards the death. On the other hand, he remained lightning-quick behind the wickets. The proof was recently discovered in the IPL final.
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