Rohit Sharma

2025 - 2 - 10

Rohit Sharma’s Century: Turning Points, Triumphs, and a Sideline Phone Call!

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Rohit Sharma returned with a bang, smashing a century against England that secured India’s ODI series victory! 🌟🏏🤑

In a thrilling display of cricketing prowess, Rohit Sharma cracked a sensational century, leading India to a memorable four-wicket victory over England in the second ODI match. His stellar performance, marked by 119 runs off just 90 balls, showcased his exceptional talent and resilience as he navigated through the innings, ultimately clinching the ODI series for his team with a game to spare. After facing criticism for a lean patch, Rohit's reignited form sparked joy and excitement among fans, proving once again that he's a force to be reckoned with.

The captain's innings not only bolstered India's run chase of 305 but also catapulted him into the top-10 ODI run-scorers, a significant milestone. Amid his showcasing of skill and finesse, Rohit’s post-match antics became the talk of the town: a rather animated phone call, which left fans and cricket analysts debating the content of his conversation. Did he discuss his batting tactics, or perhaps a new phone app for analysing runs? Regardless, the image of him on the phone added a touch of humor to the intensity of the sporting moment.

Rohit’s success was celebrated not just on the field but also by his fellow teammates like Ravindra Jadeja, who remain optimistic about the recovery of Jasprit Bumrah's fitness, reflecting the team's unity and camaraderie. In his candid remarks, Rohit noted the simplicity yet complexity of returning to form after a challenging stint, but underscores that enjoying the game is at the heart of it all. With support from players like Shubman Gill, who praised Rohit’s ability to break the game down into manageable pieces, the Indian team is aiming for peaks ahead as they gear up for the ICC Champions.

Interestingly, Rohit’s century was his first in ODIs since October 2023 and highlighted a remarkable turnaround after a seemingly endless wait. Now, he not only brings home a series victory but also silences any doubts regarding his form. With a powerful performance under his belt and a potential resurgence on the horizon, cricket fans around the world eagerly await what this star cricketer will do next! The combination of a cricketing masterclass and a mysterious phone call makes for a legendary cricket tale.

Did you know? Rohit Sharma’s explosive 76-ball century against England was his fastest ODI hundred, making it one for the record books! Moreover, with seven sixes in his innings, he tied one of the highest records in ODI cricket for sixes hit in a single match, proving once more why he’s dubbed "The Hitman"! Stay tuned as India continues to assert its dominance on the world cricket stage!

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Rohit Sharma hits century as India surge to ODI series victory over ... (The Guardian)

India beat England by four wickets in the second ODI to clinch the series with a game to spare after Sharma's heroics.

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Rohit Sharma's post-match phone call in Cuttack triggers debate ... (Livemint)

Rohit Sharma scored 119 runs against England in a match-winning performance, entering the top-10 ODI run-scorers. While his return to form is promising for ...

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Ravindra Jadeja shares update on Jasprit Bumrah's fitness, showers ... (The Indian Express)

Jadeja says medical team is continuously following Jasprit Bumrah and says he never had any doubt over Rohit Sharma's form.

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'I really broke it down into pieces' - Rohit reflects on comeback innings (ESPNcricinfo.com)

"He makes things much easier than what it is," Shubman Gill says about Rohit Sharma's century in the Cuttack ODI.

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'Just another day in the office': Rohit Sharma emphasises enjoying ... (Times of India)

Cricket News: India captain Rohit Sharma played a match-winning innings of 119 runs in the second ODI against England, helping the team chase down 305 runs ...

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'Rohit Sharma uses OnePlus?': India captain's post-match phone ... (Hindustan Times)

After his match-winning ton, Rohit Sharma was spotted having an animated discussion with someone over the phone. | Crickit.

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Kohli flops again as skipper's hundred powers India towards series ... (Fox Sports)

Skipper Rohit Sharma defied a floodlight failure to return to form with a cracking 119 as India swept to a four-wicket, series-clinching win over England in ...

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'Sounds very simple but it is quite difficult': Rohit Sharma's unfiltered ... (Livemint)

Rohit Sharma ton against England was his first in ODIs since October 2023. His last international century came against England in a Test match in March ...

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'Welcome back, skipper. Missed you': Rohit Sharma wins back ... (Hindustan Times)

It's not as if Rohit Sharma lost the respect of his peers, but doubts had certainly begun to creep in. On Sunday, he smashed them out of the park.

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Rohit Sharma slams 76-ball hundred vs England, ends 16-month ... (India Today)

India captain Rohit Sharma scored a sensational 76-ball century during the second ODI against England to bounce back to form ahead of the ICC Champions ...

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IND vs ENG: Rohit Sharma breaks free to make strong statement ... (India Today)

IND vs ENG: Rohit Sharma took the English bowlers to the cleaners at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack to find some much-needed form before the start of the ...

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Just another day in office, says Rohit Sharma but concedes it's not ... (Deccan Herald)

Rohit blazed his way to a 90-ball 119 with 12 fours and seven sixes to set up India's four-wicket win over England in the second ODI here on Sunday, ...

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Rohit Sharma within touching distance of another 'century ... (Livemint)

Rohit Sharma has led India in 36 ODIs, 50 T20Is, and 12 Tests so far since taking the leadership role from Virat Kohli in 2021.

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Rohit Sharma fires shots at critics with hundred before Champions ... (Hindustan Times)

Following the record knock in Cuttack and the win, Rohit Sharma had a message for his critics. India heaved a sigh of relief on Sunday after captain Rohit ...

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'Rohit Sharma's blitz confirms that the way we want to play…': Jos ... (Hindustan Times)

The English team failed to bat the Bazball way in the ongoing England tour, but Rohit has shown them how to do it, which Buttler said is the correct way.

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Rohit Sharma gives in to kid's request, Rishabh Pant makes his day ... (Hindustan Times)

Rohit Sharma was sitting at the dinner table alongside Rishabh Pant, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Abhishek Nayar and T Dilip when a young fan approached him.

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