Indian skipper Rohit's remarks came after India registered a 44-run win in the second ODI to gain an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series.
All Praises for Prasidh Krishna who took four-wicket haul which helped India defend 237 and defeat West Indies by 44 runs in the second ODI at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad. Indian skipper Rohit's remarks came after India registered a 44-run win in the second ODI to gain an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series.
"Obviously winning the series is a good feeling. There were some challenges. The partnership between Rahul and Surya had a lot of maturity. We got to a respectable total in the end. We knew we could fight it out. The entire unit came out and bowled superbly. It is important for these guys to bat under pressure and that is how you will judge their character," Rohit told host broadcaster Star Sports at the post-match presentation.
"We don't mind losing a few games trying out a few things. Because it is important to look at the long-term goals. We will see what works out well for the team combination. I was a little surprised to see no dew. I have never seen a spell like that in India for a long time now. Prasidh bowled with a lot of pace and kept it going. The others complemented him," he added.
"Surya had to take his time and understand what the team wants from him. KL also batted superbly as he is consistently up and down in the order. I have been asked to try something different. We wanted to try it one game. Shikhar should be back for the next game," said Rohit.
"When you have five bowlers and Deepak being sixth, you always need to keep rotating the bowlers," he added.
The final ODI is slated to be played on Friday at the Narendra Modi Stadium.