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Where's hitman? Rohit Sharma's form a growing concern for India's ODI WC plans
Published 17 July 2026 ยท sports
Rohit Sharma's struggles with timing, tempo and confidence have continued in the first two ODIs against England. With just 37 runs, prolonged dot-ball phases and
Rohit Sharma's struggles with timing, tempo and confidence have continued in the first two ODIs against England. With just 37 runs, prolonged dot-ball phases and visible discomfort against pace, the veteran opener's place in India's long-term ODI plans is beginning to invite serious scrutiny ahead of the 2027 World Cup.
Published: July 17, 2026 โข 7:05 AM IST ยท Updated: July 17, 2026 โข 8:03 AM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
Key points
Rohit Sharma's struggles with timing, tempo and confidence have continued in the first two ODIs against England.
With just 37 runs, prolonged dot-ball phases and visible discomfort against pace, the veteran opener's place in India's long-term ODI plans is beginning to invite serious scrutiny ahead of the 2027 World Cup.