Fri Feb 07 10:59:36 UTC 2025: ## Rohit Sharma’s Struggles Continue as India Edges England in ODI Series Opener
**Nottingham, England –** India secured a 1-0 lead in the ODI series against England with a four-wicket victory, but the match was overshadowed by the continued poor form of captain Rohit Sharma. Sharma, returning to his preferred format, managed only 2 runs off 7 balls before being caught, continuing a string of low scores that has sparked online calls for his retirement.
The Indian captain’s dismissal, a top-edged flick off Saqib Mahmood, once again highlighted a weakness in his usually strong game. His recent scores across all formats paint a bleak picture: 166 runs from 16 innings, averaging a paltry 10.37. With the Champions Trophy looming, this slump is a significant concern for both Sharma and the Indian team.
Despite Sharma’s struggles, India successfully chased down England’s 247, fueled by half-centuries from Shreyas Iyer, Shubman Gill, and Axar Patel. England, winning the toss and electing to bat, received quick starts from Ben Duckett and Phil Salt, but were eventually bowled out thanks to impressive bowling performances from Ravindra Jadeja and debutant Harshit Rana, who each claimed three wickets.
However, the focus remains firmly on Rohit Sharma’s dismal performance. Social media erupted with criticism following his latest failure, with many users calling for his immediate retirement. While India secured a win, the captain’s continued struggles cast a shadow over the victory and leave questions hanging over his future in the team.
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