Axar Patel statement on Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma: Recently, India, led by Rohit Sharma, succeeded in winning the title by defeating South Africa in the final match of the T20 World Cup 2024. If Team India was able to set a challenging target in that match, then Axar Patel's role was very important in it. However, he was advised to bat aggressively by Virat Kohli, this has been revealed by the left-handed all-rounder himself.

When I came out to bat, Virat bhai kept guiding me- Axar Patel

It is worth noting that in the final match, Rohit Sharma won the toss and decided to bat first, which proved to be bad for the team. While batting first, the Men in Blue had a very bad start. By the score of 34, the wickets of three major batsmen of the team fell. After that, Akshar Patel took charge along with Virat Kohli.

There was a crucial partnership of 72 runs between the two for the fourth wicket. Akshar scored 47 runs in 31 balls, which included one four and four sixes. However, Kohli started guiding Akshar after he came to the crease.

In an interview to Cricbuzz, Akshar said, 'When I came to bat, Virat bhai kept guiding me. He said I am there if you feel you can hit, then go for it. Constant conversation with Virat bhai was very helpful for me.'

Rohit Sharma is a great captain- Axar Patel

Apart from this, Akshar Patel also praised Rohit Sharma's captaincy. Under his leadership, the Indian team became the T20 champion for the second time. Talking in this context, the left-handed all-rounder said, 'Rohit Sharma is a great captain. He has done his homework throughout the World Cup and got the best performance from the players. His support and encouragement has boosted my confidence. After my spell in the final, he patted my shoulder and said well done, don't worry. Such conversations with the captain excite and motivate you.'