One of the key battles to keep an eye on is between Rohit Sharma and Mitchell Starc. Since Rohit is expected to open the innings, the former India captain is likely to face Starc’s pace and bounce right from the start, setting the tone for India’s innings. Rohit and Starc are set to face off for the first time since the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in January. In ODIs, Rohit Sharma has scored 157 runs at an average of 52.33 against Mitchell Starc, who has taken 3 wickets in their 13 encounters.
Rohit Sharma is known for his ability to handle express pace with ease, expertly finding gaps, and turning even challenging deliveries into scoring opportunities. Mitchell Starc, on the other hand, can swing the ball in both ways and generate steep bounce, making him a constant threat for most experienced batters. The battle between the two is expected to be thrilling, as Rohit’s skill against pace will be tested by Starc’s lethal swing and bounce early in the innings.