Opening batter · India
Rohit Sharma
Powerplay aggression, set up the innings.
Rohit Sharma sets the tone in the first six overs. His recent template has been to maximize the powerplay — taking calculated risks early rather than anchoring. When he gets a flying start, India's middle order can play with the freedom to attack later. His pull shot remains a key wicket-taking trigger for opposing seamers.
Strengths
- Powerplay six-hitting against pace
- Reading length quickly
- Building tempo without burning balls
Fantasy angle
High-ceiling captain pick on flat decks with short straight boundaries. Risk of an early dismissal against extra bounce.