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Ever since Rohit Sharma has taken over India's white-ball captaincy, there is nothing or very little he has got wrong. Every move of his is yielding surprising results for the team. From backing Ishan Kishan to open alongside him after a dismal show against West Indies to playing to promoting Shreyas Iyer at No. 3 in the absence of Virat Kohli. Also, his move to promote Ravindra Jadeja at No. 5 worked wonders for India in the second T20I against Sri Lanka.
The all-rounder scored a blistering 45* off 18 balls to help India chase down 184 with 23 balls to spare. Even in the first game, Jadeja was sent to bat ahead of Sanju Samson and Venkatesh Iyer to partner with Shreyas Iyer in the first T20I. The faith shown by the captain in Jadeja has augured well for the team and also for the all-rounder. And Jadeja is not shying away from thanking Rohit Sharma for showing faith in him.
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While talking to the media after the match, Jadeja openly talked about Rohit's move to promote him. I would like to thank Rohit because he trusts me, he believes in me that I can go out there and score runs for my team. So, hopefully, I try, and whenever I will get the opportunity in the future I will try and give my best. I will try playing according to the situation and win the game for my team," said the all-rounder.
I am enjoying batting at No. 5: Jadeja
The all-rounder also talked about his comeback to the team and said that he is feeling better and more confident. He also said that he is enjoying his new batting position as it allows him to pace innings accordingly. "I am feeling better, I am confident and I am good to go. I am glad that I played a good innings for my team. Hopefully, I continue in the same in the coming games," said Jadeja.
"I am enjoying batting at No.5, I can take my time and pace innings accordingly. I have been enjoying my batting. I was looking to time the ball because it was coming on nicely onto the bat. Wicket was good so Shreyas and I were looking to batting till the end," he added.
