Skipper Rohit Sharma played on a different ‘track’ from his other colleagues, who were thoroughly exposed against quality spin bowling by Sri Lanka.
Skipper Rohit Sharma stood out from his teammates during a thrilling opening ODI in Colombo, where India faced Sri Lanka in a low-scoring encounter that ended in a tie. While Rohit played on a different ‘track,’ scoring 58 runs off 47 balls on a challenging pitch with variable bounce, his colleagues struggled against the quality spin bowling from the Sri Lankan bowlers.
Chasing a target of 231, Rohit’s aggressive start propelled India to 71 runs in just 10 overs. However, the rest of the batting lineup faltered against the Lankan spinners, with skipper Charith Asalanka claiming wickets in consecutive deliveries. This match marked the 44th tie in ODI history, showcasing the thrilling competitiveness of the format.
