India’s veteran opener Rohit Sharma silenced all retirement whispers with a composed 73-run knock in the Adelaide ODI against Australia. But it was head coach Gautam Gambhir’s playful banter after the match that stole fans’ hearts. In a viral video circulating on social media, Gambhir jokingly teased Rohit about the growing retirement buzz, saying, “Rohit, sabko lag raha tha ki aaj farewell match tha, ek photo to lagaa do.”
The light-hearted moment between the duo quickly went viral, drawing laughter and affection from fans who loved seeing Rohit in good spirits. The joke came after Rohit produced a crucial innings under pressure, following his low score of eight in the Perth ODI that had reignited talk about his future.
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At the Adelaide Oval, Rohit displayed patience and maturity on a surface that offered both movement and bounce for the Australian pacers. His 73 off 97 balls, including a steady fifty off 74 deliveries—his slowest ODI half-century since 2015—was a statement of intent from a seasoned pro who knows how to adapt.
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Partnering Shreyas Iyer, Rohit stitched together a vital 118-run stand, helping India recover from early setbacks. His calculated strokeplay, particularly against the new ball, reminded fans why he remains one of India’s most reliable limited-overs batters. His innings eventually ended in the 30th over when a rising delivery from Mitchell Starc forced a mistimed pull shot.
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Although India’s total of 264/9 wasn’t enough, with Matthew Short and Cooper Connolly guiding Australia to a two-wicket win, Rohit’s innings stood out as a positive takeaway. It also marked a milestone—he became the first Indian batter to score over 1,000 ODI runs in Australia, a testament to his longevity and class.
With the 2027 ODI World Cup on the horizon, every solid knock strengthens Rohit Sharma’s case to continue leading from the front, both with the bat and his experience.
