Mumbai: Rohit Sharma’s return to India’s domestic one-day circuit has unfolded as a tale of sharp contrasts, underlining cricket’s unpredictable nature. Making a comeback to the Vijay Hazare Trophy after a gap of seven years, the senior batter experienced both the thrill of a commanding performance and the disappointment of an abrupt exit within the span of two matches.
Rohit announced his return in style with a stunning 155-run knock against Sikkim, scoring at a brisk pace and displaying trademark elegance and authority. The innings was widely hailed as a reminder of his class, timing, and ability to dominate bowling attacks, even in domestic conditions.
Riding on that momentum, expectations were high when Mumbai faced Uttarakhand at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur. However, cricket delivered a swift twist. Rohit was dismissed for a golden duck off the very first ball, undone by a smart delivery from Devendra Singh Bora. The sudden dismissal stunned the crowd and dramatically shifted the match’s momentum.
While the setback was disappointing, it does little to diminish the significance of Rohit’s comeback or the quality shown in his century. As the tournament continues, focus will remain on how the experienced batter responds, with fans confident that resilience has long been one of his defining traits.
