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India's skipper Rohit Sharma revealed that he has been refining his reverse sweep shot over the past two years. He utilised this shot in a recent match against Afghanistan during the third T20I.

India's captain Rohit Sharma celebrates after scoring a century during the third and final Twenty20 international cricket match between India and Afghanistan. (Getty Images)

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‘I've been practicing that shot a lot’: Rohit Sharma sheds lights on how he unleashed 2 magical shots against Afghanistan

During the 14th over of India's innings during 3rd T20I against Afghanistan, Rohit Sharma exhibited a striking display of emotion following a controversial decision by umpire Virender Sharma.&nbsp;

Rohit Sharma was visibly angry at umpire Virender Sharma.

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WATCH: Furious Rohit Sharma gives a mouthful to on-field umpire as 29-second video reveals the entire incident

Virat Kohli played an instrumental role in India's win against Afghanistan in the 3rd T20I and set a perfect example of how to change the match on its head by giving 100% effort on the field.

Virat Kohli's exceptional fielding during 3rd T20I between India and Afghanistan.

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Watch: 'King' Kohli sets perfect example of how to impact the game after failing with the bat; video of 4 magical 'Virat' moments sets internet ablaze

After the 3rd T20I between India and Afghanistan, Rinku Singh took to Instagram and used three words to beautifully explain what it's like to bat alongside Rohit Sharma.

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Rinku Singh wins internet with passionate message for Rohit Sharma, describes in '3 words' what it's like to bat alongside 'Hitman'

India's head coach Rahul Dravid regarded the heated exchange between Rohit Sharma and Mohammad Nabi as a display of passion in what was essentially a non-decisive match of the series.&nbsp;

Rahul Dravid reacted to heated exchange between Rohit Sharma and Mohammad Nabi.

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Rahul Dravid gives lengthy explanation on heated exchange between Rohit Sharma and Mohammad Nabi, sheds light on not 'crossing the line'

Tasked with bowling the crucial second Super Over, Ravi Bishnoi's selection was a strategic move, influenced by his previous experience in high-pressure situations.

Ravi Bishnoi conceded just one run and bagged two wickets in second Super Over.

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IND vs AFG: 'Ice cold' Ravi Bishnoi reveals how he bamboozled Afghanistan batters in Super Over, says 'my plan was to...'

During a post-match interview, India captain Rohit Sharma delved into the complexities of assembling a team for the upcoming T20 World Cup.&nbsp;

India's captain Rohit Sharma (C) celebrates with teammates.

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'There are 8-10 players in our minds': Rohit Sharma makes huge statement on India's squad for T20 World Cup

Rohit Sharma and Mohammad Nabi were engaged in a verbal spat during third T20I at the M Chinnaswamy stadium in Bengaluru which India won in Double Super over.

India's Rohit Sharma and Afghanistan's Mohammad Nabi seen

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WATCH: Furious Rohit Sharma loses cool, involves in heated exchange with Mohammad Nabi following Double Super Over drama in 3rd T20I

After a double Super Over drama in Bengaluru, India finally managed to beat Afghanistan by 10 runs in the third T20I on January 17, Wednesday.

India's Rohit Sharma and his teammate Rinku Singh (right) run between the wickets during 3rd T20I against Afghanistan in Bengaluru on January 17. (Getty Images)

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India have last laugh against Afghanistan in 3rd T20I after 'Double Super Over' drama, pip Pakistan to script World Record

Rohit Sharma combined with Rinku Singh to wreak havoc on Afghanistan bowlers in the third T20I in Bengaluru as the duo belted 36 runs off the last over.

India skipper Rohit Sharma (left) and star southpaw Rinku Singh in this frame. (Twitter)

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WATCH: Rohit Sharma, Rinku Singh hammer 36 runs in an over during 3rd T20I vs AFG to create history in Bengaluru

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Babar Azam captain of Pakistan (R) Rohit Sharma captain of India (2R) /Hardik Pandya (C) and Mohammad Rizwan during the Asia Cup Super Four match at R. Premadasa Stadium on September 10, 2023 in Colombo, Sri Lanka. 

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India vs Afghanistan Match Stats

3rd T20I, M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

‘I've been practicing that shot a lot’: Rohit Sharma sheds lights on how he unleashed 2 magical shots against Afghanistan

Match Details

Afghanistan tour of India, 2024

Wed 17 January, 19:00:00 IST

India, who chose to bat

M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

Team Details

Team Form (Last 5 Matches)

Head To Head ( Last 5 Matches )

ICC Men's T20 World Cup, 2024 On Jun 20

AFG
134 (20.0 ov)

IND
181/8 (20.0 ov)

India beat Afghanistan by 47 runs

Afghanistan in India, 3 T20I Series, 2024 On Jan 14

IND
173/4 (15.4 ov)

AFG
172 (20.0 ov)

India beat Afghanistan by 6 wickets

Afghanistan in India, 3 T20I Series, 2024 On Jan 11

IND
159/4 (17.3 ov)

AFG
158/5 (20.0 ov)

India beat Afghanistan by 6 wickets

Umpires

Umpire
Jayaraman Madanagopal (IND), Virender Sharma (IND) and Rohan Pandit (IND)

Referee
Javagal Srinath (IND)

News updates

‘I've been practicing that shot a lot’: Rohit Sharma sheds lights on how he unleashed 2 magical shots against Afghanistan

WATCH: Furious Rohit Sharma gives a mouthful to on-field umpire as 29-second video reveals the entire incident

Watch: 'King' Kohli sets perfect example of how to impact the game after failing with the bat; video of 4 magical 'Virat' moments sets internet ablaze

Rinku Singh wins internet with passionate message for Rohit Sharma, describes in '3 words' what it's like to bat alongside 'Hitman'

Rahul Dravid gives lengthy explanation on heated exchange between Rohit Sharma and Mohammad Nabi, sheds light on not 'crossing the line'

IND vs AFG: 'Ice cold' Ravi Bishnoi reveals how he bamboozled Afghanistan batters in Super Over, says 'my plan was to...'

'There are 8-10 players in our minds': Rohit Sharma makes huge statement on India's squad for T20 World Cup

WATCH: Furious Rohit Sharma loses cool, involves in heated exchange with Mohammad Nabi following Double Super Over drama in 3rd T20I

India have last laugh against Afghanistan in 3rd T20I after 'Double Super Over' drama, pip Pakistan to script World Record

WATCH: Rohit Sharma, Rinku Singh hammer 36 runs in an over during 3rd T20I vs AFG to create history in Bengaluru

India vs Afghanistan Match Stats

3rd T20I, M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

‘I've been practicing that shot a lot’: Rohit Sharma sheds lights on how he unleashed 2 magical shots against Afghanistan

Match Details

Afghanistan tour of India, 2024

Wed 17 January, 19:00:00 IST

India, who chose to bat

M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

Team Details

Team Form (Last 5 Matches)

Head To Head ( Last 5 Matches )

ICC Men's T20 World Cup, 2024 On Jun 20

AFG134 (20.0 ov)

IND181/8 (20.0 ov)

India beat Afghanistan by 47 runs

Afghanistan in India, 3 T20I Series, 2024 On Jan 14

IND173/4 (15.4 ov)

AFG172 (20.0 ov)

India beat Afghanistan by 6 wickets

Afghanistan in India, 3 T20I Series, 2024 On Jan 11

IND159/4 (17.3 ov)

AFG158/5 (20.0 ov)

India beat Afghanistan by 6 wickets

Umpires

UmpireJayaraman Madanagopal (IND), Virender Sharma (IND) and Rohan Pandit (IND)

RefereeJavagal Srinath (IND)

News updates

‘I've been practicing that shot a lot’: Rohit Sharma sheds lights on how he unleashed 2 magical shots against Afghanistan

WATCH: Furious Rohit Sharma gives a mouthful to on-field umpire as 29-second video reveals the entire incident

Watch: 'King' Kohli sets perfect example of how to impact the game after failing with the bat; video of 4 magical 'Virat' moments sets internet ablaze

Rinku Singh wins internet with passionate message for Rohit Sharma, describes in '3 words' what it's like to bat alongside 'Hitman'

Rahul Dravid gives lengthy explanation on heated exchange between Rohit Sharma and Mohammad Nabi, sheds light on not 'crossing the line'

IND vs AFG: 'Ice cold' Ravi Bishnoi reveals how he bamboozled Afghanistan batters in Super Over, says 'my plan was to...'

'There are 8-10 players in our minds': Rohit Sharma makes huge statement on India's squad for T20 World Cup

WATCH: Furious Rohit Sharma loses cool, involves in heated exchange with Mohammad Nabi following Double Super Over drama in 3rd T20I

India have last laugh against Afghanistan in 3rd T20I after 'Double Super Over' drama, pip Pakistan to script World Record

WATCH: Rohit Sharma, Rinku Singh hammer 36 runs in an over during 3rd T20I vs AFG to create history in Bengaluru

AFG
134 (20.0 ov)

IND
181/8 (20.0 ov)

IND
173/4 (15.4 ov)

AFG
172 (20.0 ov)

IND
159/4 (17.3 ov)

AFG
158/5 (20.0 ov)

Umpire
Jayaraman Madanagopal (IND), Virender Sharma (IND) and Rohan Pandit (IND)

Referee
Javagal Srinath (IND)