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Rohit Sharma is a bold captain: Brendon McCullum

The recently concluded ODI World Cup 2023 witnessed the Indian cricket team’s spectacular journey, storming through the tournament undefeated until the summit clash. Despite their unbeaten run in the group stages and a triumphant semi-final against New Zealand, India fell short in the final, facing a defeat at the hands of Pat Cummins-led Australia.

Under the astute leadership of Rohit Sharma and the exceptional performances of Virat Kohli, the Men in Blue showcased a dominant display throughout the tournament. Rohit Sharma’s aggressive approach as the opener and Kohli’s prolific batting prowess, breaking Sachin Tendulkar’s record of 49 ODI centuries, were instrumental in India’s successful campaign.

Former New Zealand cricketer and England Test team head coach, Brendon McCullum, hailed Rohit Sharma’s leadership, commending his bold and risk-taking approach. McCullum emphasized, “Yeah. I like his captaincy. I think his captaincy is bold. He takes risks, and he takes the game on. And when you add the talent base of India to these kinds of tactics, then he can achieve very good things. He has been a great leader for not just India but for Mumbai Indians over the years as well.”

McCullum also showered accolades on Virat Kohli, highlighting his journey from being a touted future superstar to living up to those expectations. Drawing from his experience with Kohli during their time at RCB in the IPL, McCullum expressed, “Well, obviously, Virat. I know him pretty well from my time at RCB and also from playing against him. So look, he was always touted as a future superstar, and he has lived up to that. He has dealt with the hopes and dreams of over a billion people, and he has been able to perform on the big stage. He deserves every accolade that he gets.”

The remarkable performances of both Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have not only showcased their exceptional skills but also earned admiration from cricketing stalwarts like McCullum, cementing their legacy as cricketing legends on the global stage.

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