Rohit Sharma unleashed his “Hitman” persona to perfection on Monday, dazzling fans and baffling the Australian bowlers in a T20 World Cup Super 8 match in St Lucia. The Indian cricket team captain once again demonstrated why he is held in such high regard, turning a star-studded Australian bowling attack into mere spectators. Facing off against the likes of Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood, Rohit smashed eight sixes and seven fours, amassing 92 runs off just 41 balls. His blistering innings left him with a staggering strike rate of 224.39.
India’s victory over Australia, which secured them a semi-final spot, was powered by the explosive start provided by Rohit Sharma. In the process, Rohit shattered two world records: he became the first player to hit over 200 sixes in T20Is and now holds the record for the most sixes against a single opponent in all international cricket. The match saw him setting numerous records, a feat made even sweeter against their fierce rivals, the Australians, highlighting the intense competition and hint of revenge that always colours their encounters.
Unsurprisingly, Rohit’s spectacular performance sparked a wave of celebrations, with Indian cricket fans flooding social media with a flurry of memes and tributes to the Hitman’s masterclass.
Take a Look:
Instead of 50s/100s, they should show 40s/90s stats for Rohit pic.twitter.com/urgnjItssd— Sagar (@sagarcasm) June 24, 2024
Indian fans when Rohit Sharma gets into the Hitman zone pic.twitter.com/BCzQF9VN4s— Pakchikpak Raja Babu (@HaramiParindey) June 24, 2024
Me walking in living room watching Rohit Sharma destroying Australia pic.twitter.com/BfNlBy5Dkn— EngiNerd. (@mainbhiengineer) June 24, 2024
Rishabh Pant watching Rohit Sharma's batting pic.twitter.com/YRtZX0dsiu— Sagar (@sagarcasm) June 24, 2024
World cup jeetne ki Hope jaag gayi. Thank you Rohit sharma. pic.twitter.com/PaI7l3KIlr— Prayag (@theprayagtiwari) June 24, 2024
When my son will ask who was Rohit Sharma in future?I will show him this pic#IndvsAus #Rohit pic.twitter.com/glPYnOHslv
— Ctrl C Ctrl Memes (@Ctrlmemes_) June 24, 2024
India, riding high on Rohit’s heroics, posted a formidable 205 for 5. In response, the Indian bowlers ensured Australia’s chase never gained momentum, restricting them to 181 for 7. Arshdeep Singh emerged as the star bowler, claiming the crucial wickets of David Warner, Tim David, and Matthew Wade, ending with figures of 4-0-37-3. Kuldeep Yadav also made a significant impact, his 4-0-24-2 spell tightening the screws on the Australian batters. Jasprit Bumrah and Axar Patel each chipped in with a wicket apiece.
With this emphatic win, India now gears up to face Jos Buttler’s England in the semi-finals on June 27 in Guyana, buoyed by their captain’s stellar form and the team’s all-around performance.
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