A three-match ODI series is being played between India and England, with the second match having taken place in Cuttack on 9 February. Team India emerged victorious in this match, thanks in part to the impressive performance of captain Rohit Sharma. His bat, which had been relatively quiet in recent matches, thundered back to life, making him a topic of discussion.
Rohit Sharma silenced his critics, who had been suggesting he should retire, by scoring a century in the second ODI. He played a brilliant innings of 119 runs in 90 balls, indicating a return to form. In a conversation on the BCCI website, Rohit Sharma reflected on his years of experience playing cricket and the expectations that come with it. He stated, “When a player plays for so many years and scores thousands of runs, it reflects his ability. I know what I expect and I have full faith in my game.”
Rohit Sharma emphasized that external factors do not affect his game, saying, “My job is to get down on the field and give your best. Sometimes you are successful, never. But as long as you keep your thinking clear, the rest does not matter.” This mindset is evident in his performance, as he continues to make significant contributions to the team.
Rohit Sharma has now achieved the distinction of being the second batsman to hit the most sixes in ODIs, surpassing Chris Gayle. He has hit 338 sixes in 267 ODIs, while Gayle has 331 sixes in 301 ODIs. Shahid Afridi remains at the top of this list, with 351 sixes in 398 ODIs.
The final match of the three-match ODI series between India and England is scheduled to take place on 12 February at the stadium in Ahmedabad. With India already holding an invincible lead of 2-0, the team is poised to secure a series victory.