Tue Dec 17 14:18:10 UTC 2024: ## Rohit Sharma’s Poor Form Continues, Sparks Retirement Speculation

**Brisbane, Australia –** India captain Rohit Sharma’s struggles continued in the third Test against Australia, fueling speculation about his future in Test cricket. Sharma was dismissed for a paltry 10 runs in the opening session of Day 4, adding to India’s disappointing batting performance in the match. His dismissal, however, was overshadowed by a post-dismissal act that sent social media into a frenzy.

After being bowled by Pat Cummins, Sharma left his batting gloves near the dugout, prompting widespread speculation that the gesture signaled his impending retirement from Test cricket. This follows his recent retirement from T20Is and rumors that he may also step away from ODIs after the Champions Trophy next year.

Sharma’s recent form has been abysmal. Since September, he has managed a meager 152 runs in 13 innings, including only one half-century. His poor performance has seen him dropped down the batting order to number six. While he had a strong start to the year with two centuries against England, his current struggles have raised serious questions about his place in the Indian Test team.

Unless he can significantly improve his performance in the remaining two Tests of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series, selectors may be forced to consider alternatives as India begins its next World Test Championship cycle in July. The incident with the gloves adds another layer of uncertainty to Sharma’s future in the longest format of the game.

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