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Rohit Sharma Rested: BCCI's Smart Move:- Considering the workload and pressure, Rohit Sharma has been asked to take rest for India A's test with New Zealand. BCCI Medical Team along with the team management and senior selection committee took the decision. Rohit Sharma will leave for Australia with T20 squad on Friday. BCCI issued a statement that Rohit Sharma has been asked to take rest considering his workload. Rohit recently captained India for ODI and T20 series against West Indies after Virat Kohli was rested.

No replacement has been named for Rohit Sharma and the player will be picked up from the 14-member squad. The first test with Australia will start from December 6th in Adelaide. Ajinkya Rahane will captain India A after Rohit Sharma has been asked to take rest. Virat Kohli managed to maintain his top slot in ICC ODI rankings as the best batsman. Jasprit Bumrah is the best bowler as per the ICC ODI rankings. Virat Kohli is leading the list with 899 points.