A viral social media clip shows Gautam Gambhir seemingly joking with Rohit Sharma about a potential farewell match during India's ODI series against Australia. Despite earlier criticism, Rohit bounced back with a determined 73 in the second ODI, showcasing his enduring form and resilience amidst ongoing speculation about his future in the 2027 World Cup squad.Rohit Sharma and Gautam Gambhir (X-BCCI)A clip has gone viral on social media showing Gautam Gambhir speaking to Rohit Sharma during India’s ongoing ODI series against Australia. In the video, Gambhir is heard telling Rohit, “Rohit, sabko lag rha tha ki aaj farewell match thha, ek photo to lagaa do.” The video is being widely shared online, but we could not independently verify its authenticity. Click here to watch the video The exchange, whether in jest or in spirit, has struck a chord with fans. Rohit, who returned to the international stage in the series opener in Perth, had a tough outing, managing only eight runs. That knock attracted criticism, but he bounced back in the second ODI in Adelaide with a composed 73-run innings. Alongside Shreyas Iyer’s 61, Rohit helped India reach 264 for 9. Although Australia chased the target to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series, Rohit’s innings showcased his determination and calm under pressure. Ever since Rohit was stripped of the ODI captaincy, there has been ongoing speculation on social media and among fans about his place in India’s 2027 ODI World Cup squad, along with Virat Kohli . The viral clip adds another layer to the narrative, showing a light-hearted moment behind the scenes amidst the pressure of international cricket. In Adelaide, Rohit displayed patience in a challenging Powerplay, surviving 17 dot balls off Josh Hazlewood and rotating the strike carefully with Iyer. The innings saw glimpses of classic Rohit as he pulled and flicked boundaries with elegance. Despite the eventual series loss, Rohit’s knock demonstrated that he still has plenty of cricket left in him.End of Article
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