Arshdeep: ‘Virat, Rohit bhai will do their talking with bats’ — India begin South Africa ODI series

Arshdeep on India’s ODI Series Against South Africa

As India's three-match ODI series against South Africa began on Sunday at the JSCA International Stadium Complex, young pacer Arshdeep Singh expressed faith in the senior batters' ability to lead with their performance on the field.

Belief in Senior Players

Arshdeep highlighted the influence and composure of captain Rohit Sharma and star batter Virat Kohli, noting that their response to criticism always comes through their play.

"Virat bhai and Rohit bhai do their talking with the bat,"
Arshdeep said when asked about the expectations on India’s senior cricketers.

He added that their calm approach during pressure situations helps motivate the rest of the team. Their experience, according to Arshdeep, allows younger players to remain relaxed and focus on executing plans effectively.

Confidence Ahead of the Series

The pacer also reflected on India’s preparation leading into the series, emphasizing that the team’s focus remained on adapting to local conditions and maintaining consistency after recent strong performances in both ODIs and T20Is.

He mentioned how bowling partnerships have become a key strength for India, creating sustained pressure on opponents.

“Our aim is to stick to our areas and support each other as a bowling unit,”
Arshdeep noted, pointing out the importance of teamwork in achieving results.

A Promising Start

With the series opener generating excitement among fans, attention now shifts to whether India’s senior stars can set the tone early and help secure momentum for the remaining matches.

“Everyone is hungry to perform and keep India on top,”
Arshdeep concluded.

Author’s Summary: Arshdeep Singh said Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli would answer critics through performance as India started their ODI series against South Africa with focus and confidence.

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Tripuratimes Tripuratimes — 2025-11-30

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