India suffered a seven-wicket defeat at the rain-marred series opener in Shubman Gill's maiden assignment as ODI captain, replacing Rohit.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Nayar analysed Rohit\u2019s short stay at the crease and suggested that while his aggressive intent was visible, the conditions on the day didn\u2019t quite suit his natural approach.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cInitially, Rohit Sharma took his time, but he tried to do what he\u2019s done so well in ODI cricket over the past two years, play with intent and be aggressive. In many ways, though, that was also his undoing, as these weren\u2019t the ideal conditions for the kind of shots he had in mind. I\u2019m sure he\u2019ll reflect on this, but I don\u2019t see any change in his approach going forward; he\u2019s going to stay aggressive,\u201d Nayar said on \u2018Cricket Live\u2019.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cHopefully, the conditions will be different in Adelaide, but in this game, he looked in good flow. His balance and weight transfer were solid. Perhaps the shot selection could have been better, but it was a very good delivery that dismissed him. His intent was there. In white-ball cricket, when you get out to a ball like that at second slip, sometimes you have to take it on the chin and move on. With all the experience he\u2019s gained over the years, I\u2019m confident he\u2019ll dig deeper and come back stronger next time around.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
On Kohli\u2019s dismissal, Nayar pointed out the tactical execution from Australia, particularly Mitchell Starc, and suggested Kohli might look at technical tweaks before the next game.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThe discussion will always be around playing square of the wicket in Australia. With the extra pace, bounce, and lateral movement on offer, you want to let the ball come to you, play it late and behind the body. That\u2019s slightly different from what Virat has traditionally done here. He\u2019s someone who likes to take charge, walk towards the bowlers, and play in straighter areas. Today was a different challenge. Mitchell Starc seemed one step ahead; he didn\u2019t go for the full and fast deliveries we\u2019re used to seeing, but instead, hit the pitch hard and went across the batter.\"<\/p>\r\n\r\n
On Kohli\u2019s dismissal, Nayar pointed out the tactical execution from Australia, particularly Mitchell Starc, and suggested Kohli might look at technical tweaks before the next game.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
With India trailing the series 0\u20131, all eyes will be on their senior batters to respond when the sides meet again in Adelaide on October 23.<\/p>\r\n\r\n