Goa, Oct. 17 -- Former India coach Pravin Amre has urged the team management to give Rohit Sharma the freedom to settle into his new role as a specialist batter following his exit as ODI captain. With Shubman Gill taking over the leadership, Amre stressed that Rohit should focus on enjoying his batting without the additional burden of captaincy.

"He is the most senior player in this team. Team management should give him the room and time to grow, and just enjoy his batting. The more he enjoys it, the more of a match-winner he can become," Amre said. He also highlighted Rohit's physical preparation ahead of his comeback, noting that the star has worked hard to reduce 10 kilos over the last six months.

Amre advised patience, suggesting th...