The first ODI between Sri Lanka and India ended in a dramatic tie at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Friday, August 2. Sri Lanka, batting first, posted a competitive total of 230 runs for the loss of eight wickets in their allotted 50 overs. The Indian team, while chasing this target, also scored 230 runs but were bowled out in 47.5 overs, leading to an exciting deadlock.

Rohit Sharma humorously teases Washington Sundar

The match marked the return of Rohit Sharma as captain of the Indian team in the 50-over format. Sharma’s leadership was highlighted by a memorable and humorous incident involving his teammate, Washington Sundar.

During the first innings Sundar bowled to Dunith Wellalage, who yorked himself at 91kph, there was confusion over whether the ball had hit the bat or pad. India decided against using the Decision Review System (DRS), but replays showed it was clearly off the bat.  Sundar struggled to assist the skipper with the review, while Rohit couldn’t contain his laughter.

Rohit humorously quipped from behind the stumps, “Kya mereko kya dekh raha hai, sab mai keru tere liye? (Why are you looking at me? Should I do everything for you?).”

Here is the video:

Vintage stump mic banter from @ImRo45 😆

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— Sony Sports Network (@SonySportsNetwk) August 2, 2024

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Rohit’s brilliant knock goes in vain 

Rohit’s performance with the bat was stellar. He played a remarkable innings, scoring 58 runs off 47 balls, including seven fours and three sixes, achieving a strike rate of 123.40. Despite his efforts, the match ended in a tie, leaving fans and players in suspense till the very last ball.

Rohit’s form has been exceptional in 2024, making him the third-highest run-scorer across all formats. He has amassed 891 runs in 18 matches, with an impressive average of 44.55 and a strike rate of 91.10. His tally includes three centuries and five half-centuries, underscoring his consistency and dominance in the international cricket arena.

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