Rohit Sharma Returns to Form at the Right Time, Scores Century with a Six
Indian captain Rohit Sharma silenced his critics with a commanding century in the second ODI against England. Facing significant scrutiny over his recent poor form, Sharma responded emphatically by reaching his hundred with a six. He completed his century in just 76 balls, marking his 32nd ODI hundred.
This knock brought immense joy to his fans, as it had been a while since Sharma produced such a fluent innings. With the ICC Champions Trophy approaching, his return to form is seen as crucial for Team India. Cricketing legend Kapil Dev had recently hinted that a captain’s performance significantly impacts team morale, and Sharma’s century provided him much-needed relief.
As for the match, India is on track to chase down England’s target of 305 runs. At the end of 28 overs, the team had reached 201 for 2 wickets. Sharma remains unbeaten at 116 off 82 balls, having struck 12 fours and 7 sixes.
Shubman Gill contributed 60 runs, while Virat Kohli, returning from injury, was dismissed for just 5 runs, disappointing fans. Currently, Shreyas Iyer (14) is at the crease alongside Sharma. For England, Adil Rashid and Jamie Overton have picked up one wicket each.
This knock brought immense joy to his fans, as it had been a while since Sharma produced such a fluent innings. With the ICC Champions Trophy approaching, his return to form is seen as crucial for Team India. Cricketing legend Kapil Dev had recently hinted that a captain’s performance significantly impacts team morale, and Sharma’s century provided him much-needed relief.
As for the match, India is on track to chase down England’s target of 305 runs. At the end of 28 overs, the team had reached 201 for 2 wickets. Sharma remains unbeaten at 116 off 82 balls, having struck 12 fours and 7 sixes.
Shubman Gill contributed 60 runs, while Virat Kohli, returning from injury, was dismissed for just 5 runs, disappointing fans. Currently, Shreyas Iyer (14) is at the crease alongside Sharma. For England, Adil Rashid and Jamie Overton have picked up one wicket each.