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The star Punjab Kings wicketkeeper-batter Jitesh Sharma is still waiting for his maiden Indian call-up as the young uncapped cricketers like Yashasvi Jaiswal and Ruturaj Gaikwad have been picked in the Indian squad for the upcoming all-format series against West Indies. Meanwhile, Jitesh has opened up about his experience in IPL and his future in international cricket.
“I was quite shy to go and ask about my game back then, but I observed a lot from them. I used to watch Rohit Sharma bat for a very long time behind the nets, even Jos Buttler. It was a very good experience overall,” said Jitesh Sharma to Cricket.com on being asked about his experience with the five-time IPL champions Mumbai Indians.
Subsequently, this statement from the wicketkeeper-batter drew a lot of different reactions on social media. The fans came up with a lot of reactions on Twitter for both Jitesh Sharma and the current Indian skipper Rohit Sharma.
Here’s how fans reacted:
Kitna Bhi Chat Le Bhai
— Shivraj (@EeSalaCupNahi) July 9, 2023
Selection To Nahi Hoga 😔😔
That was the reason why he hasn't make into the indian team.
— ThakurSahab👑 (@ThakurAPSChauha) July 9, 2023
Sharma like Sharma 💙
— Rohit ke Diwane 🥷 (@rohitkediwane45) July 9, 2023
Jitesh saying this because Rohit is captain.
— kamlesh kumar (@kamlesh00628423) July 9, 2023
Replace Vada paav neither we loss another World Cup..
Only talent that MI misses 🥲
— EL💥 (@vikast74) July 9, 2023
No wonder why he hasn't hit a fifty in two IPL seasons.
— ब्राह्मण (@dankdamk) July 9, 2023
He is a rohit fan for life man. Never miss a chance to include rohit in his chat ❤️
— rashid 👻 (@toxic_cric_fan) July 9, 2023
Upcoming star for India loading.......
— Bevuma (@TembaSA) July 9, 2023
That's why you are not in the Indian squad
— Karthik (@karthikS_5) July 9, 2023
The emerging wicket-keeper batter also spoke about the approach of the Punjab Kings franchise in the Indian Premier League as he is an integral part of their setup. He was also asked about the messages from the coach or captain since last year.
“Punjab Kings have been very clear in their communication about my role. They told me straightaway that you don't have to worry about the situation and play your game. To win a game, we have to score 200 or a good total because, in IPL or T20, you cannot defend 150 on a good track,” stated Jitesh.
“So, if the team collapses, you have to get the team to a good score of at least 200, so that was a clear message to me from Shikhar bhai and Trevor sir that no one is going to say a single word. You have the freedom to play all the shots and, at the same time, also try to be a little smart against whom you can attack and defend while taking your time. Minor adjustments,” he added.