Rohit Sharma Dismissed for 10 in Brisbane Test
India captain Rohit Sharma’s lean patch with the bat persisted as he fell for just 10 runs on Day 4 of the third Brisbane Test against Australia at the Gabba, Brisbane. Coming in at No. 6, Rohit failed to tackle Pat Cummins’ precise outswinger, further intensifying concerns over his form in challenging conditions.
Pat Cummins is that fired up after getting Rohit Sharma!#AUSvIND | #OhWhatAFeeling | @Toyota_Aus pic.twitter.com/dZImJlva2I
— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) December 17, 2024
Having resumed play unbeaten on zero at stumps on Day 3, Rohit attempted to settle himself against a charged-up Australian pace attack. However, Cummins, with his impeccable line and length, produced a brilliant delivery on the fifth stump line. The ball swung away sharply, taking the outside edge of Rohit’s bat and landing safely in the hands of wicketkeeper Alex Carey.
The Indian captain, who managed to score only 10 runs, walked back visibly frustrated. His early dismissal added to India’s mounting troubles on a tricky Gabba surface, where the visiting side continued to struggle against the moving ball.
Fan Reactions on Brisbane Test
KL Rahul is giving a master class to Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma here! pic.twitter.com/UhLjsJP0QK
— Basit Subhani (@BasitSubhani) December 17, 2024
Rohit Sharma’s last 13 Test innings:
– Eight single figure scores
– One half century
– 152 runs
– Average of 11.69#AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/cpRR0TXOju— 7Cricket (@7Cricket) December 17, 2024
Rohit Sharma’s dismissal quickly became a talking point on social media. Fans, disappointed with yet another failure, reacted with memes and criticism, questioning the skipper’s ability to anchor the innings under pressure. While some fans expressed frustration, others resorted to humor, posting videos and tweets highlighting his recurring issues against swing bowling.
KL Rahul Shines Amidst Top-Order Collapse
While Rohit, along with Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill, and Yashasvi Jaiswal, struggled to make a mark, it was KL Rahul who stood out on a challenging pitch. Rahul showed grit and determination, holding one end firm despite little support from the other batters. His controlled batting underscored the approach needed to counter the Gabba’s pace-friendly conditions—an area where India’s top order appeared to falter.
Persistent Questions
Rohit Sharma’s inability to deliver consistent performances, particularly in overseas conditions, has become a growing concern for the Indian team. While his leadership has been praised, the string of underwhelming scores raises critical questions about his role as a batter in the Test format.
Rohit’s recent struggles, particularly against quality pace attacks, were first highlighted during India’s pink-ball Test in Adelaide, where he failed to put up a significant score. The Brisbane Test has now compounded worries about his ability to perform under pressure, especially when the team needs stability from its senior players.
With India battling to remain competitive in the ongoing Test series, Rohit Sharma will need to address his technical weaknesses against swing bowling. His performances in the coming matches will be closely scrutinized, both by fans and selectors, as the team looks to bounce back against a formidable Australian side.
For now, the Indian captain remains under the spotlight—not only for his leadership but also for his critical role with the bat. As India hopes for a turnaround in their fortunes, the onus will be on Rohit to lead from the front and silence his critics with strong performances.
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