The second ODI between India and England turned into a spectacle as Rohit Sharma delivered a stunning century, leading India to a commanding victory and sealing the series.
The match, played in Visakhapatnam, showcased a complete performance from the Indian team, with contributions from both batters and bowlers ensuring a dominant display over the visitors.
Rohit Sharma’s Stunning Century: A Captain’s Knock
Coming into this match, Rohit Sharma had been under pressure to deliver a big innings. The Indian skipper, however, rose to the occasion, crafting a brilliant 119 off 90 balls, an innings laced with exquisite 12 fours and 7 authoritative sixes against England’s bowling attack.
- Calm and Composed Start: Rohit began cautiously, assessing the pitch and negating the early movement from England’s pacers.
- Aggression in the Middle Overs: Once settled, he unleashed his trademark pull shots and cover drives, taking on England’s bowlers with ease.
- Guiding the Chase: His century and 136 runs partnership for first wicket with Shubman Gill laid the perfect foundation for India’s successful chase, keeping the required run rate in control throughout.
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England’s Batting Attack Stifles Indian Bowlers
Batting first England’s openers Phil Salt (26) And Ben Duckett (65) stifles Indian Bowlers and for first wicket they made 81 runs strong partnership.
Indian bowlers were not very effective vs England batters only Ravindra Jadeja was effective bowler against England.
- Ravindra Jadeja’s Magic in the Middle Overs: The left arm spinner chipped in with crucial breakthroughs, dismissing well-set batters at key moments took 3 wickets expensing 35 runs in 10 overs with a maiden.
- Others: Mohammad Shami, Harshit Rana, Hardik Pandya and Varun Chakravarthy took 1-1 wickets.
With power innings from Joe Root 69, Liam Livingstone 41, Joss Buttler 34, Harry Brook 31 helped England made a huge total of 304/10 in 49.5 overs.
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India’s Chase: Controlled Yet Aggressive
Chasing 305, India executed their plans efficiently:
- Rohit Sharma’s Masterclass: The skipper anchored the innings with a well-paced century.
- Shubman Gill’s Supportive Role: Gill provided a steady start, scoring 60 runs in 52 balls, smashing 9 fours and 1 six. rotating strike well alongside Rohit.
- Finishing Touches: After Kohli got out at 5 runs, Shreyas Iyer 44, Axar Patel 41 not out took responsibiltiy and both played a good innings which took india to near the target and in the end Axar and Ravindra Jadeja successfully chased the target.
India reached 308/6 in 44.3 overs, winning by 6 wickets and securing the series by 2-0 with one game to spare.
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Player of the Match: Rohit Sharma
For his brilliant century under pressure, Rohit Sharma was adjudged Player of the Match. His innings showcased his leadership skills, guiding India to yet another memorable victory.
Looking Ahead: Can India Secure a Clean Sweep?
With the series already won, India will look to test their bench strength in the final and 3rd ODI. England, on the other hand, will be eager to avoid a whitewash and gain some momentum and try to close with 2-1.
The 2nd ODI was a testament to India’s dominance, with Rohit Sharma leading from the front. If his form continues, India’s batting lineup will be a force to reckon with in upcoming tournaments.
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