Match Summary: Team India Faces Hostility in Perth
Rain and a stunning top-order collapse plagued the first match of Ind vs Aus three-match ODI series at Perth Stadium. Australia chose to bowl first after winning the toss, and it paid off nicely as India collapsed to 37/3 in 11.5 overs before play was stopped by rain.
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As of now, the Ind Vs Aus match is delayed due to rain, and India is struggling at:
- India: 37/3 in 11.5 overs
- Rohit Sharma: 8 (14) – Caught by Renshaw, bowled by Hazlewood
- Virat Kohli: 0 (8) – Caught by Connolly, bowled by Starc
- Shubman Gill: 10 (18) – Caught by Philippe, bowled by Ellis
- Shreyas Iyer: 6* (20)
- Axar Patel: 7* (11)
Australia chose to bowl first after winning the toss.
Rain has interrupted play twice, and the match has been reduced to 49 overs per side.
😡 Social Media Echoes “Retire Now” Fan Sentiment
Online criticism erupted in response to Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s dismissals. With hashtags like #RetireKohli and #RohitOut trending, fans voiced their disappointment. Ajit Agarkar’s recent remarks that veteran players must demonstrate their form before the World Cup were cited by many.
✨Shift in Captaincy: Shubman Gill’s First Leadership Role
With Kohli and Rohit rejoining the team but not taking the lead, this game signaled the start of a new era under Shubman Gill’s captaincy. Although the team’s performance was far from ideal, Gill’s composure and tactical acumen were clear.
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