Rohit Sharma performed brilliantly in the second ODI played in Adelaide. Batting for India against Australia, the Hitman smashed two massive sixes, creating history.
He became the first Asian batsman to hit 150 sixes in SENA countries. SENA stands for South Africa, England, New Zealand, and Australia, where playing is the toughest.
This innings by Rohit not only broke records but also answered critics who were questioning him after the Perth match. After failing in the first match, Rohit put in extra effort in practice sessions.
The result was a solid innings of 73 runs, including two sixes against Mitchell Owen. These sixes took him to the 150 mark.
Rohit is India’s leading six-hitter in ODIs, with 346 sixes in 275 matches. He is also second globally, behind only Shahid Afridi. He needs just six more sixes to surpass Afridi.
Rohit Joins Gayle in SENA Records
Playing in SENA is a challenge for any batsman, but Rohit made it his home ground. He is not only the first Asian batsman to achieve this feat, but also the second visiting player in cricket history after Chris Gayle.
Gayle’s name evokes memories of sixes, but Rohit brought glory to Asia. This series is being seen as preparation for the 2027 World Cup, which will be held in South Africa.
Legends like Rohit and Virat Kohli want to strengthen the team with their form.
Kohli’s Setback and India’s Comeback Hope
On the other hand, Virat Kohli suffered a major setback. For the first time in his 304 ODIs, he was dismissed for a duck in two consecutive matches. He failed in the first match and also in the second. This is creating difficulties for a World Cup spot.
Rohit’s innings changed the course of the match. India got off to a strong start, and now there is hope of a comeback in the series. Harshit Rana dismissed Travis Head with a brilliant bouncer, Virat took the catch.
Mitchell Starc took a brilliant catch on the boundary to dismiss Axar Patel, while Adam Zampa dismissed KL Rahul and Shreyas Iyer.
