Rohit Sharma almost replicates Inzamam-ul-Haq

In the fourth Test of Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2014-15 played at Sydney, Australia declared at 572 for the loss of seven wickets with all top six batsmen scoring above fifties.

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In reply, India lost Murali Vijay in the first over of the visitor’s first innings. Vijay edged a Mitchell Starc delivery. However, youngster Lokesh Rahul and Rohit Sharma held the fort for India, as they provided a stable recovery.

Seen in the video is Rohit, who in trying to sweep a Nathan Lyon delivery, fell on the pitch awkwardly. While the Indian batsman was on the ground, the Australians appealed for a leg before wicket. However, the umpire declined. Rohit’s lazy elegance has often been compared to former Pakistan captain Inzamam-ul-Haq. Had Rohit played it late and lost his balance on the other side, this could have been a repeat of Inzamam’s famous dismissal to Monty Panesar in 2006!