Team India captain Rohit Sharma has had a disappointing start to the third Test match against New Zealand at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. Despite the match being played in his hometown, Rohit struggled with the bat once again, falling early in the innings.
While his batting form has been a concern, Rohit's captaincy has been commendable. His strategic decisions, including field placements and bowling changes, played a crucial role in restricting New Zealand to 235 runs. However, his personal performance has been a major letdown for the Indian team.
Rohit Sharma brutally scolds Rishabh Pant
Tempers flared on the field as India captain Rohit Sharma was seen in a heated exchange with wicket-keeper Rishabh Pant at the end of Day 1 of the ongoing Test match. A video clip circulating online captured the intense moment, showcasing Rohit's visible frustration as he engaged in a heated conversation with Pant.
While the specific details of their discussion remain unclear, the body language of both players suggested a tense exchange. Rohit's animated gestures and Pant's seemingly defensive posture hinted at a disagreement, potentially stemming from a tactical decision or a miscommunication on the field.
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While Rohit's batting performance was disappointing, Rishabh Pant continued his impressive form with the bat. After India lost three quick wickets on Day 1, Pant came to the crease and steadied the ship.
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On Day 3, Pant displayed his aggressive batting style, taking the attack to the New Zealand bowlers. He formed a crucial partnership with Shubman Gill, who scored 90 runs. Together, they added 96 runs and brought India back into the game, putting pressure on the New Zealand team.
Rishabh Pant continued his impressive form, scoring a well-paced half-century of 60 runs off 59 balls. He struck the ball aggressively, hitting 8 fours and 2 sixes. However, he was dismissed just short of a bigger score. Shubman Gill, who was also in good form, fell just short of a century. Washington Sundar played a crucial knock of 38* runs off 36 balls, helping India to a total of 263 runs. This gave India a slender lead of 28 runs over New Zealand.
In reply, New Zealand finished the Day 2's play at 171/9, taking 143-run lead over India.
