"Rohit Sharma’s Pride: Ravi Shastri on the Captain's Response to NZ Series Defeat"

Former India coach Ravi Shastri emphasized that Rohit Sharma is too proud to dismiss the recent Test series loss to New Zealand lightly. Under Rohit's captaincy, India faced its first home Test series defeat since 2012. Following the second Test, while Rohit suggested celebrating 12 years of unbeaten home series instead of focusing on the loss, Shastri believes the captain won't rest easy.

"Rohit Sharma is a proud man. He will not take it lightly. Let me assure you of that," Shastri said during commentary. He added that every player in the Indian squad will be eager to rectify this setback.

"His relaxed demeanor might suggest otherwise, but deep down, he's feeling the weight of this loss, as is every player in that dressing room," Shastri remarked. Rohit's captaincy faced criticism, particularly for choosing to bat first after a rain-affected day in the first Test. His batting form was also under scrutiny, with only 62 runs in four innings. Despite the defeat, Rohit downplayed its significance in the post-match press conference, stating, "Just because we have lost a series, I don't think..."