“Sensible Aadmi Hu, Do Bacho Ka Baap Hu”: When Rohit Sharma Silences Trolls with Classy Response

One such moment came during the 5th Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy between India and Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Although Rohit had opted out of the Test Match, he surprised everyone by coming to the ground and talking about his future in Test cricket. His calm and honest answers, mixed with humor, once again showed why fans admire him so much. Let’s take a closer look at what he had to say.

Was Rohit Sharma Really Dropped from the 5th Test?

After being 2-1 down in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Rohit Sharma, the captain of the Indian team, finally decided to step aside from the playing XI for the crucial 5th Test match at the Sydney Cricket Ground. With growing pressure from both fans and experts due to his poor form, Rohit addressed the situation during the lunch break on Day 2 of the Test while speaking to Star Sports.

Rohit clarified that he was not dropped, nor did he opt out because of any injury. Instead, he voluntarily stepped down after a conversation with head coach Gautam Gambhir and chief selector Ajit Agarkar. He explained that his decision was based on his lack of form and the importance of playing an in-form batter in such a high-stakes game. He said:

It’s not any of the three (laughs.) I stood down. I will say one thing, and it will have 50 interpretations. I had a chat with the coach and the selector was very simple. I am not making runs at the moment. I am not in form and it’s an important game. We need an in-form player. Our batting order isn’t in form at the moment. So out of form players can’t carry the team at the moment. So this was the simple thing in my mind. It was my understanding that I should tell the coach and the selector and they backed my call.

Rohit had joined the Test series from the 2nd match onwards but managed to score just 31 runs in five innings, averaging a mere 6.20, a figure far below expectations for a senior player and leader. With India’s batting unit struggling overall, Rohit believed it would be unfair for multiple out-of-form players to burden the lineup.

He emphasized that his conversation with Gambhir and Agarkar was straightforward, and they supported his honest self-assessment. Jasprit Bumrah took over as captain for the Sydney Test, replacing Rohit. Despite the tough circumstances, Rohit’s move showed maturity and leadership, putting the team’s needs above personal milestones.

Did Rohit Sharma Just Troll the Trollers in Style?

Talking about the trolls on the internet, Rohit Sharma didn’t hold back when he addressed the rumours surrounding his absence from the fifth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2025. Speaking during the lunch break on Day 2 of the Test, he explained that his form had not been great throughout the series as he had scored just 31 runs in five innings, and he believed the team needed someone in better form for such an important game. 

What stood out most was the way Rohit responded to all the speculation and online trolling. Without directly naming anyone, he pointed out that people who sit outside with a microphone, a pen, or a laptop often make comments that do not reflect what actually happens within the team. He made it clear that such opinions don’t influence his decisions. He reminded everyone that he has been playing cricket for years and understands what is best for the team and for himself. He said:

Someone is sitting inside with a mic or a laptop or a pen, what he writes, what he says, our life does not change because of that. We have played this game for so many years, so they cannot decide when we should go or when we should not play or when we have to sit out or when we should captain. Sensible aadmi hoon, mature aadmi hoon, do bachhon ka baap hoon, mere paas thoda sa dimaag hai! (I am a sensible man, I am a mature man, I am a father of two kids, so I have a little bit of brain).

Rohit’s calm yet confident response showed his maturity and experience as a player and leader. His words also sent a message to fans and critics that cricketers, especially captains, think carefully before making decisions and don’t need outside noise to influence them. In stepping away from the game to give others a chance, Rohit showed selflessness and leadership qualities that define a true team player. 

Is Rohit Sharma Set to Retire from Test Cricket?

Rohit Sharma entered the Border-Gavaskar Trophy with a poor series with the bat against Bangladesh and New Zealand. In the Bangladesh series, he made just 42 runs from the 4 innings batted and had an average of just 10.50 for the team. Coming to the New Zealand series, India faced a 3-0 series loss at home and was whitewashed by the Kiwis under the captaincy of Rohit Sharma, where he scored just 93 runs from the 6 innings played at an average of 15.16. Hence, entering the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, he was already at his lowest and took the decision to step back before the final match in Sydney.

During the series, Rohit struggled to make an impact. Despite joining from the second Test, he managed just 31 runs in five innings, averaging a mere 6.20. When Rohit decided not to play in the fifth Test, many believed that he was about to retire from Test cricket. His name missing from the playing list added more fuel to the ongoing speculation. However, Rohit cleared the air, stating that he wasn’t dropped, nor was he retiring. He made the call himself, recognising that his form wasn’t helping the team and that someone in better touch should play the final match. He said:

This decision is not a retirement decision. Nor am I going to take myself out of the game. I sat out of this match because runs are not coming off my bat. There is no guarantee runs won’t come five or two months down the line. I have seen a lot in cricket that life changes every second, every minute, every day. I have confidence in me that things can change, but at the same time I have to be realistic as well.

Rohit also expressed his frustration with the noise outside the field. He pointed out that public opinions or media debates wouldn’t affect his decisions. With years of experience behind him, he chose to be realistic and responsible, prioritising the team over his position. The message was simple that he isn’t done yet and believes he can return stronger.