Indian captain Rohit Sharma is undoubtedly the best opening batsman across all three formats of international cricket. The experienced campaigner has played several impactful knocks for Team India at the top of the order. He has been one of the batting mainstays for India for over the last decade.
The right-handed batsman is best known for his sheer elegance and flamboyance in his batting approach. The way he plays cricketing shots is a sight to behold. He has had good and bad times while playing against Pakistan in international cricket. When he gets going, there is literally no stopping him.
This is why the bowlers work beyond their bounds of possibility to get rid of him in the initial phases of the game. Once he gets into the groove, it would be tough for the bowlers to dismiss him. In this article, let’s take a glance at the three top knocks by Rohit Sharma against Pakistan in One-Day Internationals.
1. 140 vs. Pakistan in ICC ODI World Cup 2019
During the ICC World Cup 2019 match against Pakistan in Manchester, Rohit Sharma brought the best out of himself by scoring a valuable 140 off 113 balls. He was the pick of the batsmen in the game.
Hitman constructed his innings with the help of 14 fours and 3 sixes at a strike rate of 123.89. His candid innings helped India post 336/5 in 50 overs. India won the game by 80 runs (D/L) method. Rohit Sharma was named the Player of the Match for his candid knock.
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2. 111 vs. Pakistan in Asia Cup 2018
During the Asia Cup 2018 match against Pakistan in Dubai, Rohit Sharma turned up the ante when it mattered the most in the run-chase. He scored a magnificent century as he ended up scoring an unbeaten 111 off 119 balls including seven fours and four sixes. Team India (238/1) defeated Pakistan by nine wickets.
3. 91 vs. Pakistan in ICC Champions Trophy 2017
During the ICC Champions Trophy 2017, Rohit Sharma defied the odds and led the batting attack by example. His knock was crucial as he pitched in with a scintillating 91 off 119 balls against Pakistan where he thumped 7 fours and 2 hits over the fence. Team India won the game by 124 runs (D/L) method.
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