Former Indian cricketer and National Cricket Academy (NCA) head VVS Laxman has lauded Rohit Sharma’s leadership qualities, particularly his ability to take ownership of mistakes. Laxman praised Rohit’s decision to bat first in the opening Test against New Zealand, despite it backfiring spectacularly.
Laxman emphasized the importance of leaders acknowledging their errors and taking responsibility for their decisions. He cited Rohit’s post-match press conference, where he admitted to misreading the pitch, as an example of exemplary leadership.
Laxman also highlighted the significance of preparation and having a clear roadmap for success. He believes that great leaders are the best performers in their teams, and Rohit has exemplified this with the Indian team. Rohit has instilled a selfless style of play, encouraging his teammates to play with freedom and aggression.
Despite India’s poor start in the Bengaluru Test, Laxman remains optimistic about a turnaround. He believes that the Indian batters, including Sarfaraz Khan and Virat Kohli, have the ability to contribute significantly. He also expressed confidence in the Indian spinners to make an impact in the fourth innings.
Laxman emphasized the importance of trusting one’s strengths in pressure situations, as demonstrated by Sarfaraz Khan’s unbeaten 70. He believes that the Indian team will approach the remaining innings with a positive mindset and a determination to win.
