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“Happy retirement…”: Twitter melts down as Rohit Sharma falls cheaply vs AUS

Poulomi Chakraborty

Fans on Hitman's dismissal (Source: @mufaddal_vohra, @CantCacelMeNow/x.com)Fans on Hitman's dismissal (Source: @mufaddal_vohra, @CantCacelMeNow/x.com)

The much-anticipated Sunday finally arrived, marking the grand return of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli after seven long months, this time under the leadership of Shubman Gill. As the cricket world was waiting to witness a classic moment from Hitman, but ended up being disappointing.

In his milestone 500th international appearance, Rohit Sharma’s stay was cut short at just eight runs by Josh Hazlewood, leaving fans stunned. Twitter erupted as fans took a sharp jab at his poor outing.

Hitman’s 500th international game turns into a tale of misery

After Shubman Gill was appointed Team India’s ODI skipper, replacing Rohit Sharma, fans were waiting for a mighty comeback from Hitman. His arrival in international cricket after seven long months became more special as the first ODI became his 500th international game but the day became unforgettable for the legend and even for the Indian fans.

Coming to bat with captain Shubman Gill, Hitman was looking in good rhythm, but the scenario changed when Josh Hazlewood came to bowl the fourth over. On the fourth delivery, the Aussie quick unleashed a hard length ball that kicked up with extra bounce. But one misjudgment proved costly.

He reached out to the delivery, and a faint outside edge carried straight to Matt Renshaw at second slip. Just like that, Rohit’s much-awaited return came to an abrupt end, eight runs in 14 balls. That early dismissal put immense pressure on the side.

Fans flood Twitter with reactions

As fans expected a triumphant return from Rohit Sharma, his early dismissal left them fuming. Let’s explore how fans reacted on Hitman’s dismissal.

“Happy Retirement Rohit Sharma” - @Goat18xclusive/x.com

Fans reaction (Source: @Goat18xclusive/x.com)Fans reaction (Source: @Goat18xclusive/x.com)

“Rohit Sharma sacrificed his wicket so that fans can watch Virat Kohli. Most selfless cricketer of all time. RO-KO” - @Nitin_10/x.com

Fans reaction (Source: @Nitin_10/x.com)Fans reaction (Source: @Nitin_10/x.com)

“Rohit Sharma looked so ugly in his short innings & got out playing a nothing shot. If he fails in the next 2 ODIs, that could very well be it for him. IMO he should have retired on a high after winning the Champions Trophy” - @Vipul_Espeak/x.com

“Never seen Rohit Sharma look so uncomfortable playing white ball in recent years. Ended up throwing his wicket, unfortunately. Really wanted to watch him bat long &pull those glamorous shots” - @sweetpotayayto/x.com

Fans reaction (Source: @Vipul_Espeak/x.com, @sweetpotayayto/x.com)Fans reaction (Source: @Vipul_Espeak/x.com, @sweetpotayayto/x.com)

“Rohit Sharma 10 saal tak upcoming talent tha. Sabr karo bhai” - @CantCacelMeNow/x.com

“Rohit Sharma on 8, Virat Kohli on 0 and Shubman Gill on 10, go out. What a great comeback and performance from all the players. The Indian cricket team is waving slowly” - @LBSNAA_Chhoru/x.com

Fans reaction (Source: @CantCacelMeNow/x.com, @LBSNAA_Chhoru/x.com)Fans reaction (Source: @CantCacelMeNow/x.com, @LBSNAA_Chhoru/x.com)

Losing three early wickets put immense pressure on the Indian side. With Shreyas Iyer and Axar Patel on the field, Team India is reeling on 37/3 in 12 overs.