IND vs ENG, 1st ODI: Rohit Sharma's poor form continues, dismissed for 2

India skipper Rohit Sharma was sent back to the pavilion at just 2 runs in the 1st ODI vs England.

Indian captain Rohit Sharma's frustrating run with the bat took yet another dramatic turn in the opening ODI against England at the VCA Stadium in Nagpur. The much-anticipated clash saw Rohit, known for his explosive batting, fall prey to the relentless pressure, managing only a mere 2 runs before his dismissal.

As he strode to the crease alongside debutant Yashasvi Jaiswal, all eyes were on the Indian skipper. But, instead of taking charge, it was Jaiswal who seized the spotlight, crashing boundaries in the opening overs. For a brief moment, Rohit seemed content to watch from the non-striker’s end as his young partner flayed the ball to all corners of the ground. However, just as the excitement started building, Jaiswal’s promising knock was cut short at 15, leaving Rohit with the responsibility of steadying the innings.    Rohit's struggles continue

 

What followed was a painful reminder of the ‘Hitman’s’ struggles. In the very next over, as Saqib Mahmood sent down a delivery that invited Rohit to strike, the Indian captain went for a lofted shot – only to misjudge it completely. The ball sailed high into the air, and there, waiting to complete the catch, was Liam Livingstone at mid-wicket. The crowd held its breath as Rohit’s departure left the Indian dressing room stunned and his dismal form in international cricket unabated. 

Rohit Sharma last 10 ODI innings for India
Match	Date	Score
1st ODI vs ENG	06/02/25	2 (7)
3rd ODI vs SL	07/08/24	35 (20)
2nd ODI vs SL	04/08/24	64 (44)
1st ODI vs SL	02/08/24	58 (47)
Final ODI vs AUS	19/11/23	47 (31)
1st-Semi-Final ODI vs NZ	15/11/23	47 (29)
4th ODI vs NED	12/11/23	61 (54)
3rd ODI vs SA	05/11/23	40 (24)
3rd ODI vs SL	02/11/23	4 (2)
9th ODI vs ENG	29/10/23	87 (101)
1st ODI vs NZ	22/10/23	46 (40)