Thu Feb 06 23:41:44 UTC 2025: ## Rohit Sharma’s Poor Form Fuels Retirement Calls After Early Dismissal in ODI Against England
**Nagpur, India** – Indian captain Rohit Sharma’s underwhelming performance in the first ODI against England has reignited calls for his retirement. Sharma, opening the innings alongside debutant Yashasvi Jaiswal, managed just two runs off seven balls before being caught at mid-on by Liam Livingstone. His dismissal, a weak flick off Saqib Mahmood, mirrored similar struggles in recent Ranji Trophy matches and Test series against Australia and New Zealand.
This latest low point follows a string of poor performances. In his last 16 innings across all formats this 2024-25 season, Sharma has averaged a paltry 10.37 runs, with scores ranging from 0 to 52. The underwhelming display sparked a social media outcry, with many fans expressing their frustration and demanding his retirement.
Despite Sharma’s early exit, India comfortably chased down England’s total of 248. Shreyas Iyer and Shubman Gill both scored half-centuries, while Axar Patel contributed a crucial fifty, helping India secure a four-wicket victory with over 11 overs to spare. The team’s success, however, did little to quell the growing concerns surrounding the captain’s form and future. The pressure is now mounting on Sharma to deliver improved performances in the upcoming matches.
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