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Rohit Sharma "Should Retire": After India Captain's 7-Ball 2 vs England, Internet Spews Venom

The problem seems to be increasing for Rohit Sharma. Ahead of the Champions Trophy, the three India vs England ODIs are being seen a dress rehearsal for the marquee event. However, Rohit Sharma failed to leave a mark in the 1st ODI in Nagpur on Thursday. The India captain fell for just two off seven balls. After Rohit's latest failure (he has been battling poor form for a long time now), the internet was an unforgiving place. Some social media users said Rohit should retire.

Watch: Rohit Sharma Devastated After 2 Off 7 Balls vs England In 1st ODI. Long Walk Back Paints Sorry Picture

Rohit Sharma painted a sorry picture in the first India vs England ODI in Nagpur as the skipper was dismissed for just 2 off seven balls on Thursday. After a poor outing in Australia in the Border Gavaskar Trophy, the India vs England ODI series is a crucial test for Rohit Sharma. There are question marks over his future, and ahead of the Champions Trophy, Rohit Sharma needs big scores to boost his confidence. However, Thursday was not that day. The India captain was out off tame shot and his distraught reaction said it all.

Virat Kohli's 1130-Day Rare Streak Ends With Knee Injury, Concerns Rise For India Ahead Of Champions Trophy

From the moment, India captain Rohit Sharma announced Virat Kohli will miss the 1st ODI against England in Nagpur on Thursday, concerns are rising among the Indian fans with the Champions Trophy coming up. BCCI said in an official update that Kohli was unavailable for selection in the first ODI in Nagpur due to a sore right knee. Injuries have been a rarity for Virat Kohli, who is a bench mark in terms of fitness. In fact, this is the first time since the South Africa vs India Test in Johannesburg (January 3-6, 2022) that Kohli has missed a match due to injury. That makes it first time in 1130 days that Kohli missed a match due to injury.

Fireworks, Singers, Light Show: How PCB Will Inaugurate Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium For Champions Trophy

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced that it will host the public inauguration of Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium on Friday, just a day before the tri-series between Pakistan and New Zealand begins on February 8, which involves South Africa as the third team. In a statement on Thursday, the PCB said the renovation and upgradation work at the venue has been completed in record time of 117 days and it is now ready to host international matches, including the all-important ICC Champions Trophy.

Babar Azam Suffers Mishap Ahead Of Champions Trophy 2025. Pakistan Star Says: "I Have Lost..."

The Champions Trophy 2025 is just days away with all the teams in the final phase of their preparation. This time the Champions Trophy will be played in Pakistan and Dubai (all India matches). All eyes will be on Pakistan and India, the two arch-rivals who will be facing for the first time after the 2024 T20 World Cup. Babar Azam will be a crucial cog in Pakistan's wheel at the Champions Trophy 2025. Being the hosts, Pakistan will be expected to do well. The last time Pakistan did well in an ICC event was at the 2017 Champions Trophy which it won.

Brutal Champions Trophy Blow For Australia: After Marcus Stoinis, Two More Stars Ruled Out - Pat Cummins And...

Reigning ODI World Cup champions Australia will have to make four changes to their preliminary squad for the Champions Trophy, after brutal blows on Thursday. After Marcus Stoinis announced a sudden ODI retirement, a report claimed that Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood has also been ruled out of the Champions Trophy due to injuries. Earlier Mitchell Marsh pulled out of the Champions Trophy due to back injury. "Cummins has not recovered from the ankle issue that plagued him towards the end of the recent Border Gavaskar Trophy Test series against India, while Hazlewood has developed a hip problem following earlier hip and calf strains," a report in cricket.com.au wrote.

Virat Kohli Not Picked For 1st ODI vs England. Rohit Sharma Says: "Last Night..."

Virat Kohli has not been picked for the first India vs England ODI on Thursday. The ODI is one of the only three matches that India will be playing ahead of the Champions Trophy 2025, that starts on February 19, and Kohli missing the game comes as a major blow for the Rohit Sharma-led team. Already the team is dealing with the injury of Jasprit Bumrah, with his availability in question. Kuldeep Yadav and Mohammed Shami are also coming back after a long injury break.

Named In Champions Trophy Squad, Australia Star Announces ODI Retirement Days Ahead Of Tournament: "Focus On..."

Australia's seam-bowling all-rounder Marcus Stoinis has surprisingly announced his retirement from ODIs with immediate effect, bringing the end of his international 50-over career at 74 games. Cricket Australia (CA) said on Thursday that Stoinis will continue to be available for selection in T20Is, adding that his decision to retire from the 50-over format is to focus on T20 cricket. Stoinis' retirement from ODIs also means CA will replace him with another player in Australia's squad for the ICC Champion's Trophy.

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Rohit Sharma "Should Retire": After India Captain's 7-Ball 2 vs England, Internet Spews Venom

Watch: Rohit Sharma Devastated After 2 Off 7 Balls vs England In 1st ODI. Long Walk Back Paints Sorry Picture

Virat Kohli's 1130-Day Rare Streak Ends With Knee Injury, Concerns Rise For India Ahead Of Champions Trophy

Fireworks, Singers, Light Show: How PCB Will Inaugurate Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium For Champions Trophy

Babar Azam Suffers Mishap Ahead Of Champions Trophy 2025. Pakistan Star Says: "I Have Lost..."

Brutal Champions Trophy Blow For Australia: After Marcus Stoinis, Two More Stars Ruled Out - Pat Cummins And...

Virat Kohli Not Picked For 1st ODI vs England. Rohit Sharma Says: "Last Night..."

Named In Champions Trophy Squad, Australia Star Announces ODI Retirement Days Ahead Of Tournament: "Focus On..."