Where's hitman? Rohit Sharma's form a growing concern for India's ODI WC plans
Indian cricketer Rohit Sharma is facing scrutiny over his recent poor form in ODI matches against England. Analysts point to his laboured approach and high dot-ball percentage as evidence of a decline in his performance.
Why it matters
As a key player for India, Sharma's form is a major concern for the team's strategic planning and success in upcoming World Cup tournaments.
TimesofIndia.com in Cardiff: Rohit Sharma has mustered just 37 runs from two ODIs against England in Birmingham and Cardiff. A 21-ball 11 at Edgbaston was followed by a 47-ball 26 at Sophia Gardens here on Thursday. For someone who once blitzed through attacks at the top of the order, he has become a walking wicket and a dream for bowlers because of his laboured approach. Across the two innings, he has managed just two boundaries and a six at a strike rate of 54.41. Where's the 'Hitman'?Of the 21 balls he faced at Edgbaston, 14 were dots, or 66.67 per cent. Move to the second ODI and the pattern remained the same. Of the 47 balls, 28 were dots, or nearly 60 per cent.
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