Former Indian skipper for the red ball format, Rohit Sharma, has announced his retirement from Test cricket. This sudden announcement came shortly after the news of his removal from captaincy of the team. This has stunned fans. Sharma announced his retirement through his Instagram story. Rohit Sharma has retired from Test cricket just before when the Indian team was set to pick players for the England tour. Although media reports indicated Rohit Sharma would remain excluded from leading the national team in this upcoming tour.
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“Hello everyone I would just like to share that I am retiring from Test cricket, It’s been an absolute honour to represent my country in whites. Thank you for all the love and support over the years. I will continue to represent India in the ODI format.” Rohit wrote on his Instagram story.
Here are Rohit Sharma’s Top 5 Test cricket knocks
161 vs England – Chennai, 2021
Rohit produced his best Test batting performance in 2021 when he secured a determined 161 against England at Chennai’s vibrant pitch during the 2nd Test. Rohit slammed his counter-attacking knock to guide India’s vital win at Chennai which secured the first series level and led to the final 3-1 series victory.
212 vs South Africa – Ranchi, 2019
During a Test match in Ranchi during 2019 Rohit demonstrated his opening potential by hitting 212 against South Africa. Rohit made a powerful opening entrance in his first Test opener assignment while leading India toward a perfect 3-0 victory.
177 vs West Indies – Kolkata, 2013
When he debuted in Kolkata during 2013 Rohit established himself with a graceful 177 runs versus West Indies. During Sachin Tendulkar’s farewell Test series Rohit Sharma entered international cricket by managing pressure with confident poise and grace.
127 vs England – The Oval, 2021
Rohit Sharma produced what he considered his most rewarding Test century as he scored a halting 127 at The Oval in 2021 against England. With the English weather conditions swinging against India and the series standing at 1-1 Rohit hit a century to shape a historic Indian victory.
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102 vs Sri Lanka – Nagpur, 2017
Lastly, his 102 against Sri Lanka in Nagpur (2017) was a display of patience and precision. From his spot near the middle of the batting order Rohit helped his team score a big total that ended in an innings victory.
