Former India coach Abhishek Nayar revealed that Rohit Sharma dedicated significant effort to his fitness ahead of the upcoming ODI series against Australia, aiming to silence critics who questioned his weight. Nayar emphasized that Rohit concentrated on enhancing his physical conditioning and mobility.
The three-match ODI series between India and Australia will begin in Perth on Sunday, October 19. While Rohit remains part of the squad, Shubman Gill has taken over as captain. Speaking on the Star Sports show Follow the Blues, Nayar shared insights into Rohit’s preparations for the tour.
“The thought process was to do something different. Since we had time on our hands, it was not about maintaining but about growth, growth in regards to his physical structure, growth in regards to his movements, you know, how he viewed himself and how he looked in front of the mirror,” the cricketer-turned-commentator responded.
“Also, being in a place where he felt fitter and felt like he could move faster and swifter on the field, even with the bat. The 12 weeks were more about making a difference when people viewed him. You know, lots of talk about him putting on weight and a few images of him coming out of the airport,” he added.
“Rohit Sharma’s hard work turns him into a ‘mean machine’”- Nayar
Abhishek Nayar stated that Rohit Sharma focused on both his workouts and diet, emphasizing that his dedication may have turned him into a powerhouse.
“So it was about changing all of that, and in a lot of ways, to be healthier, faster, and fitter. That’s where the journey started. 12 weeks, a lot of hard work, and a lot of perseverance, not only in regards to three-three hours of training, but also his food and his habits around that. It’s been a lot of sacrifices that have transformed him into this mean machine, if I could say so,” he elaborated.
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