Ashwin, who played under Rohit's captaincy during the fag end of his international career, talked about the 37-year-old leadership credentials.

Following a dismal 2024–25 season in which the Indian captain amassed just 164 runs in 15 innings at an average of 10.93, there is still uncertainty around Rohit's Test career.

The team comprised four players from the victorious Indian side, three from New Zealand and one from Australia, England, Afghanistan, and South Africa.