Rohit Sharma’s Test Form: Examining His Last 10 Innings
Rohit Sharma’s Test cricket performance is under scrutiny. He struggled in the second Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia at the Adelaide Oval. The India captain’s lean patch continued. He scored just 3 runs off 23 balls. This extended his poor form in Test cricket.
Struggles in Adelaide Add to Pressure
In a game where India lost half their side for under 100 runs, Rohit’s dismissal made things worse. Trapped lbw by Scott Boland’s sharp inswinger, he was out. This raised concerns about his form. This outing marked Rohit’s return after missing the series opener. But, his comeback did not pan out as planned.
Statistical Analysis: Rohit Sharma’s Last 10 Test Innings
Rohit Sharma has struggled in recent Tests. His last 10 innings averaged just 13.30. He’s been dismissed in single digits six times in this stretch. His only significant contribution was a century against England earlier this year. Key stats from his last 10 innings include:
| Runs | Strike-Rate | Innings | Opposition |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 13.04 | 1 | Australia |
| 11 | 100 | 4 | New Zealand |
| 18 | 100 | 2 | New Zealand |
| 8 | 50 | 4 | New Zealand |
| 0 | 0 | 2 | New Zealand |
| 52 | 82.53 | 3 | New Zealand |
| 2 | 12.50 | 1 | New Zealand |
| 8 | 114.28 | 4 | Bangladesh |
| 23 | 209.09 | 2 | Bangladesh |
| Runs | Highest | Average | SR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4270 | 212 | 42.27 | 57.48 |
This decline raises the need for Rohit to step up as India’s skipper and a senior batsman.
The Road Ahead for Rohit Sharma
With the Border-Gavaskar Trophy heating up, Rohit’s form is key to India’s chances. His past batting prowess was remarkable. But, his current slump has left critics and fans questioning his Test credentials. The last matches of the series allow the captain to silence his critics and prove he’s a key player for India.
