‘He can get out by his mistake only’ – Fans react as Rohit Sharma’s glorious start cut short in ODI World Cup 2023 clash against South Africa

In the ongoing ODI World Cup 2023 match number 37 at the iconic Eden Gardens, Rohit Sharma once again provided a scintillating start for the Indian batting innings against South Africa. However, Rohit’s promising innings was cut short after a blazing 40 off 24 balls, adorned with six glorious boundaries and two towering sixes.

Team India wasted no time in reaching the 50-run mark, accomplishing the feat in just 4.3 overs, courtesy of Rohit Sharma’s aggressive and dominant batting display. It was a testament to Rohit’s ability to accelerate the innings right from the outset, putting the opposition on the back foot.

Rohit Sharma’s dismissal came in a manner that he himself often mentions. He believes that once he is well set, his wicket is typically lost due to his own errors. This time was no different, as he fell to a ball he had smashed with tremendous force. In the words of former Indian cricketer and coach Ravi Shastri, the ball was “travelling like a tracer bullet.” Unfortunately for Rohit, South Africa’s Temba Bavuma managed to hold onto the challenging chance.

Rohit Sharma’s fiery start puts South Africa on the back foot!

Eden Gardens holds a special place in Rohit Sharma’s heart, being one of his favourite grounds to bat on. Interestingly, before today’s game, despite having scored only one century in his four ODI innings at Eden Gardens, Rohit Sharma had maintained an astounding average of 100. This remarkable average was largely thanks to his blistering and record-breaking knock of 264 against Sri Lanka at the same venue.

Cricket enthusiasts around the world had high expectations from Rohit Sharma, hoping to witness one of his signature big innings at Eden Gardens. Many were anticipating a “daddy hundred” or even a double hundred. While Rohit’s innings might have been cut short, it is evident that his explosive start has already made a significant impact on the match. His contributions could well prove to be the defining factor in the contest when all is said and done.

As the ODI World Cup continues, Rohit Sharma remains a key figure in Team India’s pursuit of success, and his performances are closely followed by fans who eagerly anticipate his next explosive innings.

See how fans have reacted:

https://twitter.com/ishubhamsakhuja/status/1721090336578208209

The man has an average of 100 at Eden Gardens in 4 ODI matches that he has played there. He has only hit one hundred tho. #Unbelievable @ImRo45

— Pattnaik Raghuveer (@rveer77) November 5, 2023

That disappointment on face😭 pic.twitter.com/0kBElnywmQ

— Fenil Kothari (@fenilkothari) November 5, 2023

He can get out by his mistake only pic.twitter.com/IjVU5OfT2Z

— Parth Goyal (@StocksRoyale) November 5, 2023

Did his job as a opener

— Ayush (@guj_se_hu_mc) November 5, 2023

He was absolutely all over them, wished he played a little longer.

— Shreya (@shreyamatsharma) November 5, 2023

Big blow he was looking unstoppable 🔥🔥🥹

— Third Man (@CricPollsdaily) November 5, 2023

The power that shot could have taken it over the boundary for the flattest six ever?

— Premal (@PremalMadhavji) November 5, 2023