Davis Cup: Bopanna-Sharan win doubles to keep India hopes alive

Living up to their reputation in doubles, Indian pair of Rohan Bopanna and Divij Sharan bounced back from one-set down to beat Italian combination of Simone Boelleli and Matteo Berrettini and stay alive in the Davis Cup Qualifiers here Saturday.

In the must-win rubber, Bopanna and Sharan upped the ante by breaking newcomer Berrettini in the fourth game of the second set before sealing the issue 4-6 6-3 6-4 in an one-hour 43 minutes battle at Calcutta South Club.

Making a comeback for the first time since 2012, southpaw Sharan complemented senior pro Bopanna and wrapped it up with a forehand volley winner in the end.

Down 0-2 after losing their two singles rubber in the opening day, India will now look to make amends in the two reverse singles.

"We had good understanding and kept fighting," Sharan said giving credit to his senior partner.

Playing his third Davis Cup match, the Delhi lad said: "Yes, there was pressure playing for India. But it felt normal having Rohan by my side. I really enjoy playing on grass. I just kept it simple without trying anything extra."