Fri Jan 24 03:17:43 UTC 2025: ## J&K Pacer Umar Nazir Mir Dismisses Rohit Sharma in Ranji Trophy Thriller
**Mumbai, India** – Jammu and Kashmir pacer Umar Nazir Mir achieved a dream come true, dismissing India captain Rohit Sharma in a sensational Ranji Trophy Elite Group A match against Mumbai. Mir’s spell of 4/41 on day one left the defending champions reeling at the Sharad Pawar Cricket Academy BKC.
Despite the momentous occasion, the 31-year-old Mir, a self-proclaimed Rohit Sharma fan, showed remarkable sportsmanship, refraining from any overt celebration. “I did not celebrate, as a fan of Rohit Sharma,” Mir said after the match. “I know he is something, even though I dismissed him.”
Mir’s success stemmed from his skillful use of the moist pitch, generating extra bounce and movement off the seam. Rohit, struggling to find his rhythm, fell for just 3 runs off 19 balls, caught out by a delivery that surprised him. Beyond Rohit, Mir also claimed the wickets of Mumbai captain Ajinkya Rahane (12), Shivam Dube (0), and Hardik Tamore (7).
Mir attributed his success to consistency and control, stating that a good ball is effective against any player, regardless of reputation. However, he acknowledged the significance of dismissing the Indian captain, calling it a “big one.”
Mir, who was part of the J&K team that famously beat Mumbai at the Wankhede Stadium ten years ago, expressed pride in competing against such a star-studded Mumbai lineup, which includes players like Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shreyas Iyer, and Shardul Thakur. He remained remarkably calm throughout the match, attributing his composure to a good night’s sleep. The match continues, with J&K looking to capitalize on Mir’s stunning performance.
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