Pathan explained that Sharma's high bat angle and attempts to play across the wicket against off-spinners have led to his consecutive ducks against Pakistan and Netherlands. The former India cricketer advised Sharma to get off the mark with singles before targeting fast bowlers, rather than trying to dominate from the first ball.
Pathan also praised Ishan Kishan's form, noting his success against leg-side deliveries, while cautioning that South Africa's wide bowling could test the opener's off-side skills.