Pathan analyzed Sharma's struggles against off-spinners, noting the opener is trying to dominate too early instead of settling in. "His bat comes down from a high angle, and he is not looking to hit straight. He is trying to play across the wicket," Pathan explained.
However, Pathan warned against drastic changes to Sharma's natural technique, urging the youngster to trust his game while making smarter decisions: "First things first, get a single, get off the mark. Expect the spinner to come in, get to the other end, and target the fast bowlers."