'Hold my Vada Pav' - Harsha Bhogle's on air remark on Rohit Sharma goes viral during World Cup semi-final

Rohit Sharma's blitzkrieg propelled India early in the semi-final showdown against New Zealand. The skipper's aggressive style was on full display as he notched up a blazing 47 off just 29 balls. Sharma's relentless assault, seizing every chance to unleash power-packed strokes, left no run unclaimed. Amidst the exhilarating action, Harsha Bhogle injected a dose of humor into the commentary while Rohit was batting, adding a delightful twist to the fervor of the moment.

Harsha Bhogle's quip, "Hold my vada pav, maybe," uttered during the match, took the internet by storm, rapidly spreading across social platforms. 

Rohit and Shubman Gill swiftly amassed 71 runs in just 8.2 overs for India's opening wicket. Rohit's departure at 47, seeking a big hit, dealt a blow, yet he provided the needed ignition. The middle-order shouldered the responsibility, converting the start into a formidable total. In a stunning display, India surged to a commanding 397 runs.

Virat Kohli notched his historic 50th ODI century, while Shreyas Iyer swiftly secured his second consecutive ton in just 67 balls. Their stellar performance propelled India closer to overpowering New Zealand, steering them towards the World Cup final. Building upon Rohit's fiery beginning and Gill's solid contribution until the challenging Mumbai heat intervened, Kohli and Iyer took charge, edging India towards an overwhelming run tally.

India awaits their trophy challenger

India secured their fourth ODI World Cup final spot after triumphs in 1983 and 2011, finishing as runners-up in 2003. The pending title clash opponent hinges on Thursday's showdown between five-time champions Australia and South Africa at Kolkata's Eden Gardens. Speculation hints at a challenging battle, potentially setting the stage for an intense final clash against India, sparking chatter in the cricket circles.

The looming threat of rain casts a shadow over the second semi-final clash between Australia and South Africa. The winner of this crucial match secures a berth in the final, set for November 19 in Ahmedabad. Recent history favors the home teams, having clinched the last three editions of the tournament. India, particularly, holds the spotlight as favorites for the trophy, being the trailblazers as the inaugural home World Cup champions in 2011.