Rohit Sharma put on a show against Australias premier pace duo Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc during the powerplay in the ongoing 2024 T20 World Cup match. The Indian skipper lit up the stadium by scoring an impressive 28 runs from Mitchell Starcs over leaving fans on the edge of their seats.
Mitchell Marsh, the Australian captain, then entrusted Pat Cummins with bowling in the powerplay. Rohit Sharma continued in the same style, welcoming Cummins with a massive six.
Rohit Sharma judged Cummins’ delivery perfectly and put it on the roof of the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium. Cummins couldn’t believe Rohit blasted the ball for a 100m six.
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Australian skipper Mitchell Marsh appeared tense in the background as Rohit Sharma continued to smash his main bowlers. According to commentator Ravi Shastri, this was Rohit’s 200th T20I six, making him the first hitter in cricket history to reach this milestone. Shastri also delightfully recounted the sound of the ball striking the roof, saying on air:
“It’s on the roof. Thhan! Thhan! Thhan! is the noise.”
Rohit Sharma Falls for 92 off 41 Balls in T20 World Cup Clash Against Australia
Rohit Sharma seemed destined to achieve his first century in the ongoing T20 World Cup clash against Australia today but he fell short at 92 runs. Mitchell Starc claimed his wicket when Sharma was batting at 92 off 41 balls.
Nonetheless his explosive 41ball 92 has really put India in a great spot. The Indian skipper smashed seven fours and eight sixes in an entertaining show at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium.
Shivam Dube has joined Suryakumar Yadav in the middle as India reach 131/3 after 12 overs. A win for India in today’s game will secure their place in the semifinals.