Rohit Sharma Confronts Prasidh Krishna, Harshit Rana Over Errant Bowling
An intense moment unfolded during the second ODI between India and South Africa when Rohit Sharma confronted young pacers Prasidh Krishna and Harshit Rana. This incident occurred at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur on Wednesday.
Rohit Sharma Addresses Bowling Concerns
Rohit was visibly upset with Krishna’s performance during South Africa’s chase. The confrontation took place in the 37th over after Krishna allowed a boundary from Matthew Breetzke. After bowling a dot ball, he walked back to his mark, only to be stopped by Rohit.
Rohit expressed his concerns regarding Krishna’s lines and pace. His frustration escalated as he included Rana in the discussion, gesturing emphatically to illustrate his points. Both bowlers had been struggling against Breetzke and Dewald Brevis, who took charge of the innings.
Bowling Performance
- Krishna conceded 64 runs in six overs, claiming just one wicket.
- He bowled a beamer during his spell, indicating his struggles with the dew-soaked ball.
- After Rohit’s intervention, Krishna managed to finish the over well, allowing only one run from the last two deliveries.
Match Overview
South Africa faced a daunting target of 359 runs to stay alive in the three-match series. The visitors relied heavily on a strong century from opener Aiden Markram, complemented by quick fifties from Breetzke and Brevis. Brevis, in particular, showcased aggressive batting, hitting five sixes in his knock of 54 off 34 balls.
India’s Strong Batting Display
Earlier in the match, India set a formidable total of 358 for five, led by Virat Kohli and Ruturaj Gaikwad. Kohli scored 102 runs off 93 balls, while Gaikwad contributed 105 runs from 83 balls. Their partnership established a new record for the highest third-wicket stand for India against South Africa, amassing 195 runs.
KL Rahul also made a significant impact, scoring 66 not out off 43 balls. His performance was critical, particularly as India experimented with their batting order. This match highlighted the ongoing evolution of India’s ODI squad under pressure.
