The third Test in between Australia and India It has been a tough task for the Indian cricket team at the Gabba. With Australia putting up a dominant batting performance, pressure mounted on the Indian bowlers, leading to visible frustration among the players. This tension reached boiling point for the Indian captain Rohit Sharma expressed his displeasure with the bowler Akash Deep especially during improper delivery.
Rohit Sharma loses his cool in Akash Deep
As the match progressed, it became clear that India were struggling to contain the Australian batting line. The home team took the lead with their strong performances Head of Travis and Steve Smithhe made an impressive total of 445 runs. Although jasprit bumrah‘s commendable six wickets, lack of support from other bowlers left India in a precarious position. The body language of the Indian players as they entered the game, in particular, reflected their growing frustration Alex Carey managed to resist their efforts with the bat.
Known for his candor on the field, Rohit didn’t back down when he hit Akash Carey with an indecent delivery outside the off stump. In a moment caught on camera, Rohit mockingly asked Akash: “Abbe, what happened to me?” which translates “Is there something on your mind?” The outburst not only highlighted Rohit’s frustration but also the pressure he felt as captain during a crucial match.
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The captain’s dilemma after the upset dis on ffield for India
Rohit’s choice to field Akash raised eyebrows before the match. Akash was brought in his place Harshit Ranawho fought in the previous performances. While Rohit aimed to bolster his bowling attack with Akash’s ability to guard tight lines and lengths, the execution on the pitch fell short of expectations. Rohit’s captaincy came under fire as Australia benefited from India’s mistakes, with critics pointing to defensive strategies that allowed the Australian batsmen to dominate.
The pressure mounted as India faced another blow in reply to Australia’s total. As Rohit himself struggled for form – scoring just 3 and 6 in the last two innings – questions about his leadership and batting prowess began to circulate among fans and analysts alike. The stakes were high; a loss in this Test could seriously affect India’s chances World Test Championship (WTC) and potentially jeopardizing Rohit’s captaincy.
