Sat Jan 25 02:17:06 IST 2025: ## Rohit Sharma Shows Promise in Ranji Trophy Debut Despite Early Dismissal
**Mumbai, India (Jan 24, 2025)** – Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma made a promising, albeit brief, appearance in his Ranji Trophy debut for Mumbai on Friday. Playing his first Ranji match at age 37, Sharma displayed glimpses of his trademark aggressive style, hitting two towering sixes over rope and showcasing his signature pull shot.
Despite a less-than-stellar first innings where he scored only 3 runs, Sharma significantly improved his performance in the second innings, accumulating 28 runs before being dismissed by J&K bowler Abid Mushtaq. His innings included three sixes and two fours, highlighting his powerful hitting despite the challenging conditions at the BKC wicket, where dampness hampered the J&K bowlers.
While Sharma’s recent test series performances have been inconsistent, his aggressive display in the Ranji Trophy offers a positive sign. His return to form, coupled with the strong performance of young batsman Yashasvi Jaiswal, provides a boost to Mumbai’s chances. However, Mumbai ended the day on 120 runs, still trailing J&K by 206 runs.
Although Sharma’s innings was cut short, his powerful hitting and display of his signature shot are encouraging signs. The team will be looking to him and Jaiswal to lead a strong fightback in the remaining innings. The match is far from over, and Mumbai will be hoping for a strong comeback.
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