Rohit SharmaHis return to Test cricket under the lights of the Adelaide Oval was another chapter in his recent struggles as the Indian skipper could muster just three runs before falling victim. Scott Boland. With India’s batting order already in disarray, Rohit’s dismissal compounded the team’s woes on Day 1 of the second Test. Australia in the ongoing five-match series. His inability to find form has become a growing concern, especially given his important leadership role.
Tough start for Rohit Sharma
Expectations from Rohit were high, especially after India’s commanding victory in the first Test in Perth. However, placing the opening pair in shape to bring his decision down the order of 6 KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal did little to change its fate. By withdrawing from India, entering into a dangerous situation Mitchell Starc‘s fiery opening spell, Rohit faced the uphill task of steadying the innings.
Known for his accuracy and discipline, Boland played a sharp shot that tested Rohit’s technique. The delivery was immediately outside off and Rohit backed away sharply as he stuck to the forward defence. The ball missed the line completely and hit his frontcourt. The plea from Boland and his teammates was convincing enough for the referee to raise his finger. Though Rohit thinks to briefly review, discuss with him Rishabh pants At the end of the non-striker, he was forced to return to the dressing room, visibly dejected.
A mirror image of past failures
Rohit’s dismissal for three runs mirrored his display in the two-day pink-ball warm-up match in Canberra, where he was dismissed for the same score. The worrying trend continued in his last 11 overs, where he conceded just 12 runs. These numbers are a far cry from his previous dominance, raising questions about his current form and ability to handle the challenges posed by the Australian pacers in the ongoing series. The Indian skipper’s struggles have been compounded by his inability to make significant contributions in the previous Test innings as well. With criticism mounting and the captaincy putting heavy pressure on him, Rohit’s form has become a critical talking point for Team India.
Australian pacers shine under the lights
Australia’s pace attack, led by the experienced Starc and reliable Boland, used the pink ball to perfection. Starc set the tone with a dream start with his dismissal. Jaiswal on the first ball of the match. His deadly swing and control troubled India’s top order, Rahul and Virat Kohli Leaving India distraught.
Boland is playing his first consecutive game in place of the injured Josh HazlewoodHe proved to be an able partner for Starc. He gave his account Shubman Gill with a cleverly disguised in-swinger that traps his right hand in front. Looking promising with a well-made 31, Gill misjudged the line and paid the price. Boland then turned his attention to Rohit to strike another crucial blow to the visitors. After Rohit’s fall, Ravichandran Ashwin and Nitish Reddy He tried to steady the innings with some counter-attacking strokes but it was not enough in the end as the visitors eventually bundled out for 180 at the end of the second session.
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Fan frustration boils over Rohit’s failure
Rohit’s lack of form and failure to perform under pressure has led to a lot of reactions on social media. Fans and analysts alike have expressed dismay at the Indian captain’s prolonged slump. Memes and critical posts flooded various platforms, with many pointing to his average of just 12 in his last 11 innings as evidence of his struggles. The criticism was not limited to his batting; questions about his decision making as a captain were also raised.
Here’s how the fans reacted:
Nature at its best
Please PROTECT MOTHER NATURE LIKE INDIANS PROTECT ROHIT SHARMApic.twitter.com/qfuOrFLr5M
— Archer (@poserarcher) December 6, 2024
Rohit Sharma’s wagon wheel #INDvsAUS pic.twitter.com/MEiRsYlfJq
— Dr. shaun murphy (@miisumedh) December 6, 2024
Hey friend Rohit Sharma, you are also in 4th place, you are a very strange person, I swear.
— SahilGera (@Sahilgeraa) December 6, 2024
Rohit Sharma’s game is gone and looks horribly out of touch.
If he does not perform in the 2nd innings in this Adelaide Test. Time for him to pack his bags from Test cricket.#AUSWIN #RohitSharma #AdelaideTest #ViratKohli pic.twitter.com/VdpRoiHmjR
— Amrit Pradhan (@amritpradhan63) December 6, 2024
#INDvsAUS Kl Rahul vs Rohit Sharma pic.twitter.com/VHNRVrQFzC
— News Newspaper (@All2zzzz) December 6, 2024
No flat pitch, no old ball, no party for Choker Idol Rohit Sharma
https://t.co/4keDeA4igT pic.twitter.com/Hw1jm5G5fo
— Crickarchi18 (@Crickarchi) December 6, 2024
Everything was going very well. Kohli scored a long-awaited century, Bumrah delivered a magical spell and the Indian team triumphed in Perth. Then an insecure person came in and destroyed the entire culture of the team
— ` (@chixxsays) December 6, 2024
It failed as an opener.
It failed like no. 6
Try not now. 11Rohit Sharma – Walking wicket.
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— Kunal Yadav (@Kunal_KLR) December 6, 2024
Rohit Sharma
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— Gagan
(@1no_aalsi_) December 6, 2024
It’s been 10 years but Rohit Sharma scored 3 (23) in Oceania regardless of the format
— Raj (@hxns1anda) December 6, 2024
Selfless Rohit Sharma
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— kuͷal (@wtfxkunal) December 6, 2024
