5 Talking Points from the 2nd ODI between India and New Zealand

#3 – Rohit’s painful ending

Rohit Sharma is helped off the field by the team physio

A key presence at the top of the order for India’s limited-overs batting, Rohit looked to spend some time at the crease and form a stable opening partnership with fellow Mumbaikar Ajinkya Rahane. The elegant right-hander scored a boundary as well as a maximum as the chase appeared to be well on its way.

But, he lost his concentration and attempted to unfurl an uppish drive off a back of length delivery. However, the sharp away movement took his edge even as Rohit clutched his biceps in visible pain. His agony did not seem to reduce and the physio had to help him off the field. With three more games left in the series, the team management will be concerned about Rohit’s fitness.