Rohit Sharma’s future in the Indian team remains uncertain, but the veteran opener ensured that any decision over his career will not be made without a fight.
Rohit Sharma celebrates his century during the 3rd ODI against England, at Lord's in London.
He responded with his 34th ODI century, reaching three figures from 84 deliveries with a slog-swept boundary off Adil Rashid.
Rohit pumped his fists, embraced Virat Kohli and raised his bat towards the Indian dressing room and his family in the stands.
However, an unusual detail surrounding the innings emerged after the match: the bat used by Rohit to score the hundred belonged to his Mumbai teammate Shardul Thakur.
Rohit Sharma’s future in the Indian team remains uncertain, but the veteran opener ensured that any decision over his career will not be made without a fight. Rohit Sharma celebrates his century during the 3rd ODI against England, at Lord's in London. (ANI Pic Service)
The 39-year-old produced a stirring 138 off 110 balls in the third and final ODI against England at Lord’s, keeping India alive during their pursuit of a daunting 388. His innings included 17 fours and five sixes, but India eventually finished on 360/7, falling 27 runs short as England completed a 2-1 series victory.
Rohit had entered the series decider under considerable scrutiny after scoring 11 and 26 in the opening two matches. With India not scheduled to play another ODI until September and no clarity over whether he remains part of the selectors’ long-term plans, the Lord’s encounter had been viewed as potentially significant for his international future.
He responded with his 34th ODI century, reaching three figures from 84 deliveries with a slog-swept boundary off Adil Rashid. There was no extravagant celebration. Rohit pumped his fists, embraced Virat Kohli and raised his bat towards the Indian dressing room and his family in the stands.
However, an unusual detail surrounding the innings emerged after the match: the bat used by Rohit to score the hundred belonged to his Mumbai teammate Shardul Thakur.
