Ahead of the second ODI against New Zealand, Indian batting coach Sitanshu Kotak spoke about the future of senior players. He addressed questions around Ravindra Jadeja, who recently quit T20 Internationals and skipped India’s ODI series against Australia last year.
Ravindra Jadeja’s future in ODIs
Kotak made it clear that Jadeja remains fit and in good form. He said you cannot question a player’s future if performances stay strong and the hunger to play remains intact.
According to Kotak, players decide their own journey. When you perform consistently and enjoy the game, you naturally want to continue contributing to the team and doing well for India.
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s role
Kotak also spoke about Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, who now focus only on One Day Internationals. He said both players remain central to India’s ODI planning.
You see them sharing experience with younger players and discussing match plans with head coach Gautam Gambhir. Their inputs play a key role in shaping team strategy, including upcoming tours.
Positive team environment
Kotak highlighted the healthy communication between senior players and team management. You can see constant discussions, idea sharing, and clear intent inside the group.
He stressed that this open environment brings stability. It also helps younger players learn faster and feel supported during high-pressure matches.
Focus on second ODI
Fans are eagerly waiting for the second ODI in Rajkot. You expect Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to anchor the batting as India push to seal the series early.
With the final match scheduled in Indore, India aim to maintain momentum. As long as Jadeja stays fit and performs, he remains firmly in India’s ODI plans.
