R Sridhar discusses Rohit Sharma's intensity and MS Dhoni's 2019 World Cup exit

Former Indian fielding coach R Sridhar has shared insights into the temperaments and experiences of key players within the Indian cricket team. Sridhar challenged the perception that Rohit Sharma lacks competitive intensity, stating that while Sharma's demeanor may appear laid-back compared to Virat Kohli, he possesses the same level of keenness. Sridhar noted that Sharma thrives on being pushed and actively avoids comfort-zone practice routines.

Reflecting on the 2019 ODI World Cup, Sridhar described the emotional atmosphere in the dressing room following India's semifinal loss to New Zealand. He revealed that while MS Dhoni had not officially announced his retirement at the time, many in the team sensed it was his final match for India. Sridhar recalled a period of silence and visible emotion among the players following Dhoni's run-out during the match.