Image: India's win was marred by Rohit Sharma's poor form and a tense chat with Gautam Gambhir / © NDTV Sports
Coming to the first ODI between India and England at Nagpur, India secured a four-wicket victory, taking a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. England, after opting to bat first, posted 247 runs, with Ravindra Jadeja and debutant Harshit Rana picking up three wickets each. In response, India chased down the target with ease, thanks to half-centuries from Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer, and Axar Patel. However, Indian skipper Rohit Sharma’s poor form remained a talking point as he managed only two runs before being dismissed by Saqib Mahmood.
After the match, an intense conversation between Rohit Sharma and India’s head coach, Gautam Gambhir, was caught on camera in the dugout. Their serious expressions sparked speculation among fans and experts about the discussion’s nature. Given Rohit’s ongoing struggles with the bat, many believe the chat revolved around his form and possible strategies ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy. In his last 16 innings, Rohit has crossed double digits only five times, managing just one fifty.
With crucial tournaments on the horizon, including the Champions Trophy, Rohit’s form remains a concern. The video of his chat with Gambhir has since gone viral on social media, fueling debates about India’s approach going forward.