India Starts Strong in ICC T20 World Cup 2024
Indian team made a winning start in the T20 World Cup tournament. India easily surpassed the target of 97 runs set by Ireland in 12.2 overs. Rohit Sharma’s half-century and Rishabh Pant’s strong innings led India to the victory and topped Group A with 2 points and a hefty net run rate of 3.065. But, even after this victory, the Indian fans were left with a feeling of dread as Rohit was forced to leave the field after the ball hit him hard on the shoulder. India’s next match is against Pakistan and there are fears whether Rohit will play in this match or not.
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Rohit Sharma’s Stellar Performance and Injury Concerns
In the last ball of the 10th over, Eder hit Rohit on the right shoulder while trying to pull. Rohit was in great pain and decided to retire Hurt. Rohit’s withdrawal due to injury has increased the concern of the fans. Rohit contributed 52 runs off 37 balls with 4 fours and 3 sixes and added 54 runs off 44 balls with Rishabh Pant.
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Post-Match Update and Preparation for the Pakistan Encounter
“Shoulder is a bit sore…,” said Rohit. He added, “We wanted to see how the pitch helps, being a new ground, a new place. The pitch is not stable, but it helps the bowlers enough. Delighted to get the win. Basic Stick to it and bowl in Test cricket. Can’t swing the ball with four spinners on this pitch. Will play with four pacers in the second phase of the tournament and are ready
Regarding the match against Pakistan, Rohit said, “I don’t know what to expect from the pitch, but we will prepare accordingly.” This will be a match where all our 11 players need to come together and contribute. Hope we can do the same against Pakistan.
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