Why Being An Indian Cricketer Is Hard: Rohit Sharma's Emotional Outburst

India and Australia are considered favorites to win the ODI World Cup next month.

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The Indian cricket team, led by Rohit Sharma, is eager to end a 10-year drought for an ICC title.

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The recent Asia Cup victory has boosted confidence among the Indian players and fans.

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Rohit Sharma acknowledged the weight of fans' expectations on Indian cricketers.

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Rohit expressed confidence in the team's mental strength and their ability to handle pressure.

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He highlighted that many players in the squad have faced challenges and worked hard to achieve their current positions.

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With 16 years of cricket experience, Rohit emphasized the importance of learning to handle pressure in high-stake games.

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He recognized that different players react differently to pressure and stressed the need for strong characters in the team.

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India's last ICC title came in 2013 during the Champions Trophy in England, and they are determined to win another title in the upcoming ODI World Cup.

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