Ind vs Afg T20 Series: ‘Idhar Pehle Hi Do Zero Hain,’ Rohit Sharma’s Funny Conversation With Umpire

Rohit Sharma flicked the second ball of the third T20I off his pads and the ball went down to the boundary line. But umpire Virender Sharma gave it leg-byes which irked the Hitman.

In the recent clash between India and Afghanistan during the third T20 International, Indian captain Rohit Sharma found himself at odds with the on-field umpire, Virender Sharma. The moment of contention arose when Rohit elegantly flicked the second ball off his pads, sending it racing towards the boundary. However, to Rohit’s dismay, the umpire ruled it as leg-byes instead of crediting him with the runs.

The disagreement became evident as Rohit, often nicknamed the ‘Hitman,’ voiced his displeasure on the stump microphone. He conveyed to Virender Sharma that he had made clear contact with the ball using his bat, disputing the leg-bye decision. In a light-hearted and bantering tone, Rohit questioned whether the umpire had mistakenly identified the previous contact as coming off the “thigh pad.” He further added a humorous touch by referencing the size of his bat, suggesting that its noticeable proportions should have clarified the situation.

The incident highlights the occasional friction between players and match officials, a common aspect in the dynamic sport of cricket. The stump microphone, offering an unfiltered audio experience from the field, captured the candid exchange between Rohit and Virender, providing cricket enthusiasts with a glimpse into the on-field discussions that often accompany the game.

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