Captain Rohit Sharma plays the role of an enforcer, providing the opportunity for his opening partner, Shubman Gill, to settle before launching an attack. This approach also allows Virat Kohli to excel in his natural role—either chasing down the target or anchoring the innings when batting first. The presence of Rohit and Shreyas Iyer on either side of Kohli further enhances the solidity of the batting lineup, with Iyer showcasing infectious fearlessness, a quality shared by the No.5 batter, KL Rahul.