India are off to a roaring start in the 2nd ODI at Raipur, with skipper Rohit Sharma shifting gears in style against Nandre Burger. The Indian captain hammered a hat-trick of fours in the 4th over, showcasing flawless timing and intent as the hosts raced to 40/0 in 4.4 overs.
Rohit, batting on 14 off just 7 balls with three boundaries, began with a thick outside edge that beat backward point, followed it with a classy flick through midwicket, and finished the sequence with a firm drive that ran between slip and third man. His strike rate surged to a commanding 200.00.
At the other end, Yashasvi Jaiswal is steady on 13 off 21 balls, anchoring the start while allowing Rohit to play freely. The partnership has already climbed to 40 off 28 balls, putting South Africa under early pressure.
South Africa won the toss and opted to bowl, but their decision has backfired so far. Nandre Burger has leaked 28 runs in 2.4 overs, while Lungi Ngidi has conceded 12 runs in 2 overs.
Score Update:
India 40/0 (4.4 ov)
Rohit Sharma – 14*(7)
Yashasvi Jaiswal – 13*(21)
The attacking start sets the perfect platform for India after losing 20 consecutive tosses in ODIs.
