'Pujara's form is a bit off but there's nothing wrong with his technique'

July 26, 2015 15:45 IST

India's Cheteshwar Pujara during a training session. Photograph: Getty Images

Former captain and India A coach Rahul Dravid has defended out-of-form batsman Cheteswar Pujara, saying there was nothing wrong with his technique.

"I do not think there was anything too wrong with Pujara's game. When you play international cricket, there will be times when blow will be there.

"Sometimes things do not happen. I had watched and I do not think there is anything wrong with his techniques," said the coach.

India's Cheteshwar Pujara gears up for a training session. Photograph: Getty Images

"It is also not easy for him since he finds himself out of the team. It is not easy when you are out and look to come back into the team. I think he has still got the game and the technique and got the right temperament.

"I have seen him score a brilliant 100 in Johannesburg, 100 in Mumbai on a square turner. To me, once he gets set his strike is quick enough and good.

"He is terrific at rotating against spinners and dominating them in his own way. Maybe his form is a bit off but he is getting there," concluded Dravid.