Rohit Sharma may not have reached a century, but his innings in the 2nd ODI against Australia at Adelaide Oval was pure class. Under pressure, he delivered a true Hitman performance, scoring 73 off 97 balls.
Rohit Shines Under Pressure
Opening the innings, Rohit struck 7 fours and 2 sixes, reminding fans why he remains one of the best in world cricket, even in challenging overseas conditions.
His fluent stroke play helped India recover after early setbacks and set a strong platform for the chase.
Historic 150 Sixes in SENA Countries
With his two sixes in this match, Rohit became the first Asian batter to hit 150 sixes in SENA countries South Africa, England, New Zealand, and Australia.
Across 156 matches in these nations, he now has 151 sixes 55 in Australia, 48 in England, 31 in New Zealand, and 16 in South Africa.
The record for most sixes in SENA countries is held by Martin Guptill of New Zealand, with 309 sixes in 250 matches, making Rohit’s feat even more remarkable.
Partnership With Shreyas Iyer Steadies India
Rohit’s innings ended in the 30th over when Mitchell Starc dismissed him with a short ball. The pull shot found the fielder at long leg, ending a 118-run partnership with Shreyas Iyer.
This was also the second time in the series that Starc dismissed Rohit, having removed him for 8 in the opener.
Iyer’s Steady Knock Complements Rohit
Shreyas Iyer walked in at 17/2 and played a mature innings of 61 off 77 balls, anchoring the middle order.
His calm approach under pressure allowed India to stabilise after early wickets and build momentum alongside Rohit.
A Solid Foundation for India
The Rohit-Iyer partnership showed how experience and composure can shape an innings in tough foreign conditions.
Even though Rohit missed a hundred, his 150 sixes in SENA nations mark a proud record. His innings once again proved why he’s among India’s most dependable batsmen abroad.
