Abhishek Nayar press conference ahead of IND vs NZ 3rd Test at Mumbai

Courtesy: BCCI

In the press conference held at Wankhede Stadium ahead of the third Test against New Zealand, Indian Assistant Coach Abhishek Nayar emphasized a patient approach toward senior players Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. Addressing recent criticism over their performance, Nayar stated that these seasoned players need the team's support during challenging times, assuring fans of their hard work and commitment to improvement. He stressed that the team remains focused on this immediate game rather than future events like the World Test Championship or upcoming Australia tour.

Abhishek Nayar expressed optimism for India’s chances, despite previous losses in the series, and pointed to home conditions at Wankhede as potentially advantageous. He also noted the importance of staying present and tackling one match at a time to maintain the team's momentum. The assistant coach showed particular excitement about the performance of local players like Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sarfaraz Khan, hoping they would shine in front of a home crowd.