Ajinkya Rahane admits to 'delegating' Rohit Sharma some of his work during Australia tour

Indian cricket team showcased mirable determination to clinch iconic Border-Gavaskar Trophy in a heroic fashion. Virat Kohli's departure post opening Test was bound to create a void in team. However, stand-in captain Ajinkya Rahane displayed impeccable composure while leing side under immense pressure and ultimately shifted momentum towards visiting team, despite ir dismal performance in opening contest at elaide. Ajinkya Rahane also commended his deputy, Rohit Sharma, for his vital contribution during gruelling tour. 

Ajinkya Rahane credits Rohit Sharma for helping him le Indian side 

Both Ajinkya Rahane and Rohit Sharma share an amazing camarerie off field as well. Having played domestic cricket toger for Mumbai team, both cricketers share an inseparable bond. ir cordial relationship reaped dividends for Indian team. Ajinkya Rahane recently revealed how he sought Sharma's help during his captaincy stint in Australia. 

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In a conversation with Marathi daily, Sakal, Rahane mentioned how he delegated certain responsibilities to Rohit Sharma during Test series. 32-year-old pointed out that having someone with Sharma's experience as vice-captain of team me his job easier. Rahane, who is yet to lose a single Test match as captain of Team India, stated that as he could t pay attention towards each and every player in side, he would assign task to Sharma.

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two worked toger as a cohesive unit, and it ultimately proved to be beneficial for touring party. According to Rahane, if y observed that any player from side was looking down and out, two would make it a point to instill confidence in particular individual. He also highlighted fact that two have played a lot of cricket toger, which is an ded vant. 

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India vs Australia 4th Test 2021: India counter all versities to st a historic win 

Ravi Shastri and co. h a daunting task ahe of ultimate showdown between India and Australia, with several key members of Indian contingent on sidelines with injuries. However, visitors defied significant odds to clinch a momentous series win at Gabba. In absence of India's mainstays, onus was on youngsters to deliver in crucial Test series decider. In spite of ir inexperience, players like Rishabh Pant, Shubman Gill, Shardul Thakur, Washington Sundar, and Mohammed Siraj played exceptionally well to seal series for India. 

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Im source: AP