New Delhi. Rohit Sharma had a strong performance against England in the T20 World Cup semi-final. In this knockout match, Virat Kohli and Rishabh Pant were dismissed in quick succession, but the hitmen continued to hit. In this moment of pressure, Rohit’s game Navjot Singh Sidhu looked panicked. Praising Rohit, he said that this Indian captain is ahead of the curve. He is not afraid of anyone. He has come with a shroud on his head.
The semi-final match was played between India and England on Thursday night. England won the toss and bowled first. English captain Jos Buttler’s decision seemed right when Virat Kohli and Rishabh Pant returned to the pavilion early. Virat Kohli was dismissed for 9 runs and Rishabh Pant for 4 runs.
There was every possibility that India would come under pressure from the first two shocks. But this did not happen. Rohit Sharma counter-attacked the English attack. He hit fours with a reverse sweep and a sweep off Adil Rashid, considered England’s trump card. Rohit’s game commentator Navjot Singh Sidhu said that the player is leading his team like a commander.
When India’s score was 65 for 2 after 8 overs, play was called off due to rain. At that time, Rohit Sharma was unbeaten on 37 runs off 26 balls. Suryakumar Yadav supported him by scoring 13 runs in 7 balls.
Navjot Singh Sidhu said during the break that Rohit is playing with a new strategy this time. They go after the commander. After Rohit Starc was also against Australia. This time Adil Rashid has been targeted under this strategy. Rohit’s tactics have confused the opposition team. Due to this play of Rohit, the bowler who came to take the wicket starts avoiding himself. This is a very good strategy.
Tags: ICC T20 World Cup, India Vs England, Rohit Sharma, T20 World Cup
First published: June 27, 2024, 22:31 IST