T20 World Cup 2024, India vs Ireland: Rohit Sharma leaves the ground with unbeaten 52; Here's why - Cricket Winner

India captain Rohit Sharma walked off the field retired hurt after scoring a fifty during the side’s T20 World Cup 2024 match against Ireland in New York on Wednesday.

Rohit Sharma Retired Hurt

In a dramatic turn of events during India’s T20 World Cup 2024 match against Ireland in New York, captain Rohit Sharma retired hurt after scoring a brilliant fifty. Sharma was batting on 52 runs off 37 deliveries when he decided to walk back to the dugout, citing discomfort in his shoulder.

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The Incident

India was comfortably placed at 76 runs after 10 overs, chasing a modest target of 97. The discomfort stemmed from a bouncer by Irish bowler Josh Little, which struck Rohit on his shoulder. Though the exact cause of the injury was not immediately confirmed, the incident visibly impacted Rohit, prompting his early departure from the field.

Achieving a Milestone

Before his exit, Rohit Sharma achieved a significant milestone by becoming the third batter in the world to surpass 4000 runs in T20 Internationals, joining the elite company of Virat Kohli and Babar Azam. His 30th international half-century was a testament to his enduring skill and consistency in the format.

4000+ runs across all three formats in International cricket
Virat Kohli
8848 in Tests, 13848 in ODIs & 4038 in T20Is
Rohit Sharma
4137 in Tests, 10709 in ODIs & 4001* in T20Is

Rohit became the first batter to hit 600 sixes in international cricket. Rohit’s tally has been constructed from a total of 499 games across formats. Behind him in the all-time list are Chris Gayle (553 maximums), Shahid Afridi (553), Brendon McCullum (478), and Martin Guptill (398).

Securing the Win

Despite Rohit’s premature departure, India secured a comfortable victory. Rishabh Pant played a pivotal role, contributing an unbeaten 36 off 26 balls. With Rohit’s earlier efforts, Pant ensured that India easily crossed the finish line, winning the match by eight wickets.

Looking Ahead

Rohit’s injury will be a concern for India as they advance in the tournament. Fans and team management alike will hope for a swift recovery for the captain, whose leadership and batting prowess are crucial for India’s campaign in the T20 World Cup 2024.