‘Why engage in such fights?’: Sehwag’s blunt take on Ajinkya Rahane’s outburst
Former India opener Virender Sehwag has urged Ajinkya Rahane to respond to criticism with composure. Rahane recently reacted strongly to questions about his strike rate and Cameron Green's bowling. Sehwag believes players should remain neutral to praise and criticism.
He cited legends like Amitabh Bachchan and Sachin Tendulkar as examples of handling scrutiny without public reactions.
Former India opener Virender Sehwag has weighed in on the growing scrutiny around Ajinkya Rahane, suggesting that players should respond to criticism with composure rather than emotion. Rahane recently found himself in the spotlight after reacting strongly to questions about his strike rate following Kolkata Knight Riders’ clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Defending his approach, the KKR skipper pointed to his numbers in recent seasons and pushed back against critics.
“My strike rate… I have one of the best strike rate so far, from 2023. People who are talking are probably not watching the game or have a certain agenda against me. They don’t like me playing," Rahane had said.
The KKR captain had earlier also made headlines for his sharp response regarding Cameron Green’s absence with the ball after their opening loss to Mumbai Indians, directing the query towards Cricket Australia. Reacting to these comments, Sehwag felt Rahane was engaging in avoidable exchanges and urged a more balanced approach. “I don’t think players should say all of this.