Rohit Sharma has officially announced his retirement from Test cricket, ending a decade-long journey in whites that saw him score over 4,300 runs, including 12 centuries. While his batting achievements are widely celebrated, few remember that Rohit also contributed with the ball on rare occasions.
Across his 67 Test matches, Rohit bowled in 16 innings and picked up 2 wickets, conceding 224 runs. His best bowling figures in an innings were 1 for 26. He bowled at an average of 112.00, with a strike rate of 191.5 and an economy rate of 3.50.
Though primarily a top-order batter, Rohit’s off-spin served as a part-time option for India, especially in situations requiring a change in rhythm.
Rohit’s decision to step away from red-ball cricket brings an end to a significant chapter in Indian Test history, but he will continue to play in the ODI format, as confirmed in his farewell message.
