IND vs NZ: Rohit Sharma was left in disbelief with his dismissal! but why?
Xtra Time Web Desk: India captain Rohit Sharma was left in disbelief as his unfortunate dismissal curtailed a promising innings on Day 3 of the first Test against New Zealand in Bengaluru. Following India's disastrous first-innings collapse for just 46 runs, much rested on Rohit to stabilize the batting. Although he reached a well-deserved half-century, his innings ended abruptly when Ajaz Patel bowled him out in a freak dismissal.
Just after Tea, India lost Yashasvi Jaiswal, who had formed a solid 72-run partnership with Rohit. With India showing signs of recovery, Rohit's dismissal proved to be a significant setback. Attempting a routine defensive shot, the ball ricocheted between his bat and pad before clipping the stumps. Rohit, visibly stunned, covered his face in disbelief, acutely aware of how crucial his innings was to India's precarious position.
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His 59-ball half-century had sparked hope for the team, but the dismissal came just after Virat Kohli joined him at the crease. Fans were eager to see the two senior batters build a solid partnership, but Rohit's unfortunate exit cut the reunion short.
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While the dismissal was undoubtedly unlucky, Rohit also appeared slightly slow to react as he looked back, which may have cost him his wicket. The New Zealand players celebrated the important breakthrough as Rohit walked off, hands on his face, and the crowd fell into stunned silence. Rohit and Kohli had been batting well, beginning to steady the innings after Jaiswal's dismissal just after the tea break.
