Sat Dec 28 01:00:00 UTC 2024: ## Rohit Sharma’s Struggles Continue: Another Single-Digit Score Sparks Retirement Calls
**Melbourne, Australia** – Indian captain Rohit Sharma’s return to the opening position in the fourth Test against Australia ended in yet another dismal performance. The 37-year-old was dismissed for just 3 runs off 5 balls, fueling widespread criticism and reigniting calls for his retirement from Test cricket.
Sharma’s recent form has been abysmal, with only 152 runs in his last 14 innings. His scores in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy have been a paltry 3, 6, 10, and 3, prompting negative reactions on social media and harsh commentary from former cricket greats.
Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting described Sharma’s latest dismissal as a “lazy, not-switched-on” shot, while legendary Indian batsman Sunil Gavaskar earlier suggested Sharma might retire if his poor run continues. Gavaskar’s prediction followed Sharma’s disappointing performances in the series against Bangladesh and New Zealand, where he only managed one score above 50.
Sharma’s captaincy is also under scrutiny, particularly given the team’s decision to field three all-rounders in the Melbourne Test. The ongoing debate surrounding his form and leadership comes after India’s victory in the first Test, played without Sharma due to injury. The team’s success without him further intensifies the pressure on the underperforming captain.
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