Rohit Sharma’s dismissal highlights his struggles against Australia’s pacers as fans express frustration over his form.
December 17, 2024: Brisbane: Team India captain Rohit Sharma once again found himself in the spotlight for the wrong reasons after failing to make an impact in the first innings of the third Test against Australia at the Gabba. Rohit, batting at the No. 6 position, was dismissed for just 10 runs on Day 4 after battling hard against the swinging deliveries of the Australian pacers.
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Rohit, who resumed his innings unbeaten on zero at the end of Day 3, was undone by a brilliant outswinger from Pat Cummins. The Australian skipper tempted him with a delivery just outside the off-stump, drawing an edge that was comfortably caught behind. This marked yet another failure for Rohit, whose batting performances in the Test series so far have sparked debates about his form.
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Fan Reactions:
Rohit’s early departure triggered an outpouring of reactions on social media. Fans, clearly frustrated, flooded platforms like Twitter with memes and criticism, questioning the Indian captain’s consistency in red-ball cricket.
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- “How many more chances? Rohit needs to step up!” wrote one user.
- Another posted, “Pat Cummins just sent Rohit back for an early lunch. Swing wins again.”
India’s Batting Struggles:
While the top-order batsmen, including Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill, and Yashasvi Jaiswal, also struggled to handle the Australian bowling attack, KL Rahul emerged as the lone warrior on the tricky Gabba surface. Rahul’s disciplined innings stood out as he held one end, showcasing the composure and grit required to survive against a fiery Australian attack.
Rohit Sharma’s Form Under Scrutiny:
Rohit Sharma’s repeated failures in this Test series have raised serious questions about his technique and ability to anchor the innings, especially against high-quality pace bowling in challenging conditions. His struggles against the swinging ball are particularly concerning, given his importance as a senior player and captain.
As India continues to face an uphill battle in the Brisbane Test, Rohit Sharma will need to address his weaknesses and rediscover his form to silence the growing criticism and memes circulating online.
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