And he agrees. “I have gotten better and better after the tri-series in

Australia. Though I did not play in the Test series in Sri Lanka, I

worked on my technique under Gary Kirsten’s guidance. My footwork is

much better now and even my shot selection has improved,” Rohit told TOI

on Tuesday.

In fact, Sharma has been in ominous touch in recent months. His hundreds

- against the visiting Australian side, three in the Ranji Trophy -

speak volumes of his form. “My job is to perform,” he added.