• Rohit Sharma slammed a brilliant ton for India in the third Test of the five-match series against England.

  • Rohit's masterful innings came when India was struggling at 33/3.

Fans and experts shower praises on Indian skipper Rohit Sharma after brilliant rescue ton against England in Rajkot Test
Rohit Sharma (Image Source: Twitter)

Table of Contents

The third Test match of the five-match series between India and England witnessed a sensational batting display from Rohit Sharma. The Indian opener played a brilliant innings and hammered a phenomenal ton, rescuing the team from early setbacks and earning accolades from fans and experts alike. His century not only shifted the momentum of the game but also marked a significant personal milestone, making him the talk of the cricketing world.

Early struggles and Rohit Sharma’s rescue act

Opting to bat first after winning the toss, India faced a challenging situation as they lost three crucial wickets with just 33 runs on the board. Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, and Rajat Patidar all fell quickly, raising concerns about the team’s stability. However, Rohit rose to the occasion, taking on the responsibility of anchoring the innings and slamming a brilliant ton.

A solid partnership with Ravindra Jadeja

Rohit’s partnership with all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja proved to be the turning point in the innings. The duo stitched together a crucial partnership, with Rohit playing a vital role in stabilizing the innings. The resilience and composure displayed by the skipper not only saved India from a precarious situation but also set the stage for a formidable total.

Milestone moments for Rohit Sharma

During his brilliant innings, Rohit achieved several significant milestones. His century in Rajkot marked his 11th in Test cricket, underlining his prowess in the longest format of the game. Moreover, he surpassed legendary Sourav Ganguly to become the fourth-highest run-scorer for India in international cricket.

Records tumble as Rohit Shines

Sharma’s innings wasn’t just about reaching personal milestones as he also made history by overtaking MS Dhoni in the number of sixes hit by an Indian in Test cricket. With this feat, Rohit added another feather to his cap, showcasing his ability to dominate in all formats of the game.

Also READ: Rohit Sharma leapfrogs Sourav Ganguly in the elite list of Indian players with most runs in international cricket

Double delight for Rohit

The timing of Rohit Sharma’s century held special significance, as it came just a day after BCCI secretary Jay Shah announced him as the captain for the Indian team in the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024. This double delight, combining his stellar batting performance and the captaincy honour, added an extra layer of excitement for fans and cricket enthusiasts.

Praises pour in

Fans and cricket experts showered praises on Rohit For his outstanding innings and the records he shattered during the Rajkot Test. Social media platforms buzzed with admiration for the cricketing stalwart.

Here’s how Twitter reacted:

Also WATCH: Emotions pour over for Sarfaraz Khan’s father as his son earns maiden Test Cap against England

TAGS:

CATEGORY: Rohit Sharma Test Twitter Reactions

For latest cricket news and updates, subscribe to our Weekly Newsletter.

About the Author:
VISHWANATH HARIHARAN
Vishwanath Hariharan is Content Strategist at CricketTimes.com. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and Mass Communication. From breaking news stories to in-depth features and opinion pieces, he has covered a wide range of topics. Vishwanath is very fond of watching cricket. Like many others, he too grew up watching, playing, and imitating his favourite players of the game. MS Dhoni is like a demigod to him. You can connect with him at vishwanath.hariharan@crickettimes.com and follow him on Twitter & Linkedin.