In a breathtaking display of stroke, RoHit Sharma produced a great century – its 32nd in Odis – India In a dominant position in the second Odi against England in the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack. Persecution of a challenging goal of 305The Indian captain was in his absolute best and combined elegance with brutal efficiency to disassemble England’s bowling attack.
A style of the 32nd century stylish – Rohit Sharma’s explosive milestone
After India was already crossed to victory, Rohit decided to tell his century in the most emphatic way. Face Fair Rashid In the 26th side he confidently stepped down the route and led the ball high above the long -term border with a smooth extent of his arms. The white Kookaburra climbed through the night sky before he disappeared into the stands – a characteristic shot of Rohit, who mixed grace with mere strength. When the ball cleared the ropes, the Barabati Stadium broke out in a deafening roar and recognized another master class of its captain. It was a moment of pure authority that reflected rawit’s unsurpassed ability to dominate spinners, even on surfaces that offer a touch of grip.
This milestone was not just about the runs; It was about the statement. Rohit had reached the landmark in just 76 balls and showed an ideal mix of patience and aggression. His approach was fearless and yet controlled and embodied the essence of a modern jubilant Maestro. The Indian changing room was admired when her captain raised his racket and took up the applause of the electrified quantity.
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Rawit’s century gives the tone for India’s chase
From the beginning, Rohit stamped his authority into the game and put the perfect pace for India’s striving for 305. Rohit and his opening partner were seen in the Powerplay phase, Shubman Gillto take full advantage of the field restrictions and to benefit on something loose. Rohit raced in half a century in just 30 balls and disassembled the England Pacers with flawless timing and placement. The short deliveries were dispatched with contempt, while the fullers were elegantly driven by gaps in the infield.
The partnership with Gill flourished and brought India in just 13.3 over 100 runs and ensured that England never achieved the early breakthroughs that they urgently needed. Also after Gill’s discharge too Jamie OvertonRohit made sure that the swing never immersed and anchored the innings with the highest trust. He played Rashid’s leg spin with precision, either cut off late or left to lure the ball over the infield. His footwork against spin was flawless and forced Rashid to constantly rethink his lengths.
This is how the fans reacted:
𝗛𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗥𝗘𝗗!
A wonderful century by Captain Rohit Sharma in Cuttack 🫡
He comes to his 32nd Odi tonne 🔥🔥
Follow the match ▶ ️ https://t.co/nrew1eeqtf#Teamindia | #Sowing | @Idfcfirstenbank | @Imro45 pic.twitter.com/wcb3o4zjs5
– bcci (@bcci) February 9, 2025
Well played Rohit 👏 #Sowing pic.twitter.com/sugyhb8hjw
– S.badrinath (@S_badrinath) February 9, 2025
If Rohit Sharma can beat the Champions Trophy like this, India becomes another animal that can be played against. He was looking for command in these innings.
– Harsha Bhogle (@BHOGLEHARSHA) February 9, 2025
#Roarmacha DIYA, ROHIT 🤌🔥 pic.twitter.com/duq0x0fnes
– Delhi Capitals (@delhicapitals) February 9, 2025
Never doubted Rohit Sharma in Odi -Cricket. This is its best format. We come for the Champions Trophy. pic.twitter.com/rmqzaBW3T
– Ratnish (@loyalsachinfan) February 9, 2025
Remarkable innings from Rohit. One of the best players who the Odi cricket has ever seen.
– Arfan (@im__farn) February 9, 2025
When Rohit Sharma achieved a century, he is only waiting for the next ball.
I don’t care when he is at zero, I don’t care when he scores a hundred points.– Shajan Samuel (@iamshajansamuel) February 9, 2025
So you come back in shape. Brilliant century from Rohit Sharma 💯 pic.twitter.com/aru88rpz81
– Irfan Pathan (@irfanpathan) February 9, 2025
A fabulous century by Captain Rohit Sharma in Cuttack 🔥🔥
– he comes to his 32nd Odi tonne ⚡#Cricket #Sowing #Rohitsharma 𓃵 #Teamindia pic.twitter.com/llg1k8gxsa
– crickettimes.com (@Cricketttimeshq) February 9, 2025
The nightmare for opposition … !!!!
– Rohit Sharma in Odis 👊 pic.twitter.com/hu1qwso3xs
– Johns. (@Criccrazyjohns) February 9, 2025
England’s bowling fights against the aggression of India
The bowling unit of England had no answers to the relentless aggression of India because its Pacers had difficulty increasing early. Saqib Mahmood, Gus Atkinson And Mark wood tried to create pace and extract movement, but rawit and gill countered them with ease. The fast bowlers have often used a length and rawit and punished a little too short or too full. Although England started attacking fields, it failed to put a constant pressure so that India’s battery could dictate terms from the start.
Overton managed to break the opening stand by releasing Gill while Rashid provided a short break by removing Virat KohliBut these breakthroughs were not enough to tend to the game in favor of England. Rohit remained intact and continued to target Rashid with his footwork and his skillful placement. Livingstone, which was brought as a second spin option, was treated with the same contempt, such as rawit and Shreyas Iyer Milized him with ease for runs. England’s field positions became increasingly defensive and underlined their battles to contain India’s striking maker.
When the scoreboard read in just 25.2 over 186/2, India had firmly consolidated the game. With only 119 runs of 24.4 overs with a manageable required rate of 4.82, the hosts had practically sealed the competition.
With a lot of stroke depth still in the pavilion, including Kl satisfied And Hardik PandyaIndia had the luxury of ending the game at their own pace. The English bowlers, visibly drained and lack of ideas, only hoped for a concentration of the Indian captain. But Rohit showed no signs of slowdown and steered India closer to victory in India. The amount that felt an inevitable triumph remained on the legs and cheered every run when India climbed towards the finish line.
