Needing 40 runs in last 12 balls, Rohit Sharma went Berserk, putting all his effort to equalise the series. He smashed 20 runs in the 49th over which made the victory probable for India.
Last over was a crucial one bowled by the best in the business Mustafizur Rahman. Rohit Sharma has a history of owning Rahman. And with 2 consecutive fours something impossible looked achievable for India.
On the 5th ball, Rohit hit a six leaving the last ball to be hit for six to win the match. However, Rahman, as he is known for bolstering pinpoint yorkers. Unfortunately for Indian fans, he was too good at the moment for Rohit Sharma who could only place to the mid wicket.
Rohit Sharma batted with a dislocated finger in intense pain. And that was what made this moment inspiring for the Indian fans. Fans on twitter hailed Sharma for his courage and dedication to the team.
Here are some twitter moments:
Massive respect @ImRo45 bhaiya
— Yuzvendra Chahal (@yuzi_chahal) December 7, 2022
Massive Respect bro @ImRo45 #BANvsIND
— Surya Kumar Yadav (@surya_14kumar) December 7, 2022
A big salute, Rohit Sharma. pic.twitter.com/BWapPR0pNw
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) December 7, 2022
Gritty from @ImRo45 too giving everything despite the injury
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) December 7, 2022
An appreciation tweet for India captain Rohit Sharma. He had an injured finger and still came out to bat for his country, scored an unbeaten 51 off just 28 balls and almost took India over the line #BANvIND pic.twitter.com/TbylHlSPS5
— Farid Khan (@_FaridKhan) December 7, 2022
Take a bow, Rohit Sharma!!
Made a brave decision to come out to bat with an injured thumb and scored 51* (28), with less chances to win the game, he gave his best and took India closer. pic.twitter.com/JVwww7wfPZ
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) December 7, 2022