Star Indian batter Rohit Sharma returned to domestic cricket after a decade but was out for just 3 runs in a Ranji Trophy match against Jammu and Kashmir. Mumbai struggled early on, losing their openers early, and were left reeling at 41 runs for the loss of half their side as Rohit's dismissal added to their woes. J and K pacer Umar Nazir Mir was the pick of the bowlers, taking four wickets, as Mumbai's Test stars flopped in their return to the Ranji Trophy.
Rohit Sharma Returns to Domestic Cricket After a Decade, Dismissed for 3
Star Indian batter Rohit Sharma made a highly anticipated return to domestic cricket after a decade, but his comeback was short-lived as he was dismissed for just 3 runs in a Ranji Trophy match against Jammu and Kashmir.
Mumbai, led by Rohit, got off to a poor start, losing their openers early. The team found themselves in dire straits at 41 runs for the loss of 5 wickets, with Rohit's dismissal adding to their misery.
Jammu and Kashmir pacer Umar Nazir Mir emerged as the standout performer, claiming four wickets. Mumbai's Test stars, including Rohit, struggled to make an impact in their return to the Ranji Trophy.
Background
Rohit Sharma last played domestic cricket in 2013, representing Mumbai in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Since then, he has been a key member of India's international team, excelling in all formats of the game.
Top 5 FAQs and Answers
1. Why did Rohit Sharma return to domestic cricket? Rohit Sharma returned to domestic cricket to regain form and fitness ahead of the crucial Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia.
2. What was the outcome of the match against Jammu and Kashmir? Mumbai went on to lose the match by an innings and 9 runs.
3. What was Rohit Sharma's last performance in a Ranji Trophy match? Rohit Sharma's last Ranji Trophy match was in 2013, where he scored 153 runs against Baroda.
4. Who was the pick of the bowlers for Jammu and Kashmir? Umar Nazir Mir was the pick of the bowlers, taking four wickets for just 32 runs.
5. Has Rohit Sharma ever been dismissed for a duck in the Ranji Trophy before? Yes, Rohit Sharma has been dismissed for a duck in the Ranji Trophy once before, in 2007 against Delhi.
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