Twitter Reactions: Selfless Rohit's targeted aggression sets the tone for India at Wankhede
Rohit Sharma played a splendid knock of 47 providing a quick start to India in the powerplay as fans term his selfless player.
In the semi-final clash of the ICC World Cup 2023 in Mumbai's buzzing Wankhede Stadium, Rohit Sharma, winning the toss, opted to face the challenge head-on. Striding to the crease with Shubman Gill, the anticipation was palpable. Trent Boult, armed with the new ball, eyed a replication of his World Cup 2019 heroics.
Rohit, however, had a different script to unfold. In the very first over, he nonchalantly flicked Boult through mid-on, the ball racing to the boundary. A barrage of boundaries and towering sixes ensued, as Rohit's blade danced with precision. In a mere 29 deliveries, he orchestrated a blitzkrieg, propelling India to a formidable 60 in just seven overs – a testament to his mission to dismantle the powerplay.
The ninth over saw a momentary hiccup. Tim Southee, with his bag of tricks, unleashed a slower delivery. The India skipper, in his signature style, aimed to drill it down the ground but couldn't connect as he desired. The ball soared skyward, and under the looming pressure, Kane Williamson stationed at mid-off sprinted backwards, settling under the ball to snatch a sensational catch. the 36-year-old's cameo, a blazing 47 off 29, might have concluded, but his mission to ignite India's innings had undeniably got a headstart.
Here is how Twitter reacted:
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