[Watch] 'Calm Down': Rohit Sharma Silences Fans Shouting 'Starc, Starc'

Rohit Sharma during an event in USA [X] Rohit Sharma during an event in USA [X]

During a recent promotional event in the US, Indian skipper Rohit Sharma responded to fans chanting "Mitchell Starc" with a playful smile. While the exact reason for the chant is unclear, it likely relates to Rohit's explosive performance against the Australian pacer in the 2024 T20 World Cup.

In India's crucial Super Eight match against Australia, Rohit delivered an outstanding performance, scoring 92 runs off just 41 balls, dealing a severe blow to Australia early in the game. Starc, in particular, bore the brunt of Rohit's onslaught, conceding 29 runs in a single over, which included four sixes and a four.

Watch: Rohit silences fans shouting Starc' Starc

Although Starc managed to bowl Rohit out when he was just eight runs short of a century, the Indian skipper had already caused significant damage by then.

After clinching the World Cup and enjoying a brief vacation in the UK, the Hitman attended a promotional event in the US. As he prepared to answer questions on stage, fans began chanting Mitchell Starc's name. In response, the Indian skipper asked them to calm down with a smile.

Thanks to Rohit’s explosive innings, India set a formidable target of 206 runs for Australia. Travis Head attempted to mirror Rohit's performance with a brisk 76 off 43 balls to keep Australia in contention.

However, Head couldn’t replicate his heroics from the 2023 World Cup final, and Australia ultimately fell short by 24 runs. Rohit Sharma was named the Man of the Match for his outstanding performance.