India’s dominance at home, built on the performances of Virat Kohli, R Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, and Rohit Sharma, has come to an abrupt end with New Zealand’s historic 3-0 Test series victory. This defeat has raised concerns about the future of these aging heroes, who have been instrumental in India’s success over the years.
Kohli, Rohit, Ashwin, and Jadeja have been the backbone of India’s Test team, leading them to two World Test Championship finals and a 12-year winning streak in home Test series. However, their recent performances have raised questions about their ability to continue at the highest level.
In the recent series against New Zealand, Kohli struggled to score runs, accumulating just 93 runs at an average of 15.50. Rohit’s performance was also disappointing, with 91 runs in 3 Tests at an average of 15.17. Ashwin’s bowling was inconsistent, allowing the New Zealand batsmen to score freely. Jadeja, while still a crucial part of the team, has seen his economy rate rise in recent matches.
The upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia will be a crucial test for these senior players. If they fail to perform, it could signal the end of an era for Indian cricket.
