Rohit Sharma made a highly anticipated return to form in the second ODI of the series against England on Sunday. Following a challenging period in international cricket, Rohit alleviated the pressure he had been under by scoring an impressive 119 runs off 90 balls. This innings showcased his characteristic aggressive style, which he has embraced in ODIs, particularly since the commencement of the 2023 World Cup.

After facing intense criticism due to a prolonged slump in performance, Rohit encountered inquiries that were unprecedented in his distinguished career. His struggles spanned all formats, leading him to decide to omit himself from the Sydney Test against Australia last month. However, on February 9, a significant change occurred.

His timing returned, sixes flowed freely, and Rohit regained his former finesse. His confidence was evident as he maintained his aggressive approach, even as he neared his century. At 96 runs, rather than opting for a conservative strategy, the Indian captain boldly advanced down the pitch to Adil Rashid and launched a magnificent six, remarkably celebrating his hundred.

Fans also took note of Rohit's assertiveness as he approached his milestone, expressing their reactions to X.

England's bowlers inadvertently played into Rohit's strengths by delivering overpitched balls that he dispatched with remarkable accuracy. Against Mark Wood, he adeptly utilized the crease, capitalizing on the bounce and effortlessly handling the slower deliveries.

In contrast to his usual approach, Rohit Sharma refrained from displaying his aggression from the very first ball. He chose to be patient, waiting for the opportune moment to unleash his power. That opportunity presented itself on the fifth ball of the second over, when a simple flick of his wrists propelled the ball to the boundary; while his batting partner Gill maintained a more cautious strategy, Rohit took the initiative in the aggressive batting.

Rohit's record

Rohit's impressive stroke in the second over not only established his dominance from the outset but also secured his place in the annals of cricket history. The six he hit propelled him ahead of Chris Gayle for the record of the most sixes in One Day Internationals.

Additionally, this achievement marked Rohit's second-fastest century in ODIs, reached in just 76 balls. His record for the fastest century remains the remarkable 63-ball innings he played against Afghanistan during the 2023 World Cup.

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