However, shocking news is coming out regarding three players who were heavily criticized after India's defeat in Melbourne. The three players are Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Rishabh Pant.
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There have been talks about the retirement of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli after their recent form. However, the Indian team management including Gautam Gambhir hasn't said anything to these two senior players.
On the other hand, Virat Kohli was out in a typical fashion he has been dismissed over the course of his career. The 36-year-old tried to play a cover drive off the left-arm pacer Mitchell Starc but got an outside edge only to be caught by Usman Khawaja at first slip. Kohli was dismissed for just 5 off 29 balls.
Rishabh Pant faces the wrath for India's loss: Reports
Rishabh Pant has been criticized outside the Indian dressing room as well. A no. of former cricketers have blamed the timing of his shot selection and blamed him for the defeat. But some former cricketers like Michael Hussey came out in his favor and backed his ability to win games for his team from any situation.
Rishabh Pant's untimely dismissal
Rishabh Pant tried to play a big shot off the part-timer Travis Head but was caught in the deep by Mitchell Marsh. He had played a defensive style of cricket till that point but looked solid as well. Pant and Jaiswal had been building a strong and patient partnership as India didn't lose any wickets in the second session.
His wicket was the turning point as it opened the floodgates for Australia. The hosts saw an opportunity and attacked the Indian batters with some impressive bowling. India lost seven wickets in the final session to lose the match.
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