‘When you do something different, you need backing of team management’

Dubai: Rohit Sharma came to the Champions Trophy party when it mattered the most with his customary attack upfront approach in the final, which had the vote of the

erstwhile team management helmed by Rahul Dravid and current one headlined by Gautam Gambhir.

Rohit, who had a torrid time in the Test series in Australia, got back to form in his favourite format, and his 76 set the tone for India’s

four-wicket victory in the final against New Zealand here on Sunday.

“To have the result our way is a great feeling,” Rohit said after winning the player of the match award.

Asked about his attack at-all-cost style since the last 50 over World Cup, Rohit explained the rationale behind the move.

“It was not natural to me, but something I really wanted to do. When you are doing something different, you have to have the backing of the team and management.

“I spoke to Rahul (Dravid) bhai earlier and now Gauti (Gambhir) bhai as well. It is something I really

wanted to do. I have played all these years in a different style, and now we are getting the results with this,” the ‘Hit Man’ said.

About playing multiple all-rounders, Rohit spoke about his understanding of the Dubai surface.

“The depth gives me the freedom and it helps. With Jadeja coming

at 8, it gives you the confidence to go hard upfront. As long as I am clear in my mind, it is great,” the Indian skipper further said.