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[Saba Sports News] Team India has reached the final of the T20 World Cup 2024 after defeating England in the semi-final. They will face South Africa for the title at Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados, on Saturday, June 29.
While the team is confident, there is concern over the form of star batter Virat Kohli, who has struggled throughout the tournament, scoring just 75 runs in seven innings at an average of 10.71 and a strike rate of 100. Despite his subpar performance, skipper Rohit Sharma has backed Kohli to excel in the final, confirming his place in the playing XI and emphasizing that form is not a concern for a player of his caliber.
“Look, he is a quality player, and any player can go through a lack of form. We understand his class and importance in big games. When you have played cricket for 15 years, form is never a problem. He is looking good, the intent is there, and he is probably saving it for the finals,” Rohit Sharma told Livemint.
Reflecting on India’s campaign, Rohit noted the team’s composure and calmness. “We have been very calm as a team. We understand the occasion (final). Staying composed helps you make good decisions, which will help us in the game. You have to play good cricket, and that’s what we aim to do in the final. The team is in good shape and playing well. All I can hope for is to put up another good show in the finals,” Rohit said.