[WATCH]- Fans React As Rohit Sharma Smashes A Century At Lord’s

India opener Rohit Sharma answered the retirement speculation with a superb century in the ongoing ODI series decider against England at Lord’s, London, on Sunday, July 19. The veteran batter brought up his 34th ODI hundred to keep India in contention during the chase of a daunting 388-run target.

Rohit’s form had come under scrutiny after scores of 11 and 26 in the first two matches of the series. Ahead of the Lord’s encounter, reports suggested that the game could be the former India captain’s final international appearance.

The 39-year-old, however, responded in style with a composed and commanding innings. He reached his century with a slog sweep off leg-spinner Adil Rashid in the 31st over. In the process, Rohit also became the first Indian batter to score an ODI century at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground.

Rohit Sharma‘s wife, Ritika Sajdeh, was in attendance at Lord’s for the match. She became emotional after his century and was seen wiping away tears in the stands. Watch the video here:

A statement 1️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ from the HITMAN! 😍

Rohit Sharma brings up a sensational century and becomes the first Indian to score an ODI hundred at Lord's! 🇮🇳#ENGvIND 3rd ODI 👉 Streaming LIVE on JioHotstar! pic.twitter.com/sFnq0hRAHq

— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) July 19, 2026

Here are some twitter reactions:

The entire Lord’s Stadium was clapping and appreciating Rohit Sharma as he walked back after scoring 138 runs.🔥 pic.twitter.com/pzlV5ZXx1X

— 𝐑𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐢𝐢⁴⁵ (@rushiii_12) July 19, 2026

And his name is 𝐑𝐨𝐡𝐢𝐭 𝐆𝐮𝐫𝐮𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐚 🇮🇳#ENGvIND pic.twitter.com/MIFHtbH2zx

— Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) July 19, 2026

SALUTE, ROHIT SHARMA. 🫡

– 138 (110) with 17 fours and 5 sixes at the age of 39. He stood up when the fingers were against him, what a legend. 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/OKyHpA8RHW

— Mahir Khan 🇦🇫 (@im_mahirKhan) July 19, 2026

🚨 ROHIT SHARMA — THE KING OF ENGLAND CONDITIONS! 🇮🇳👑

The Hitman has dominated ODI cricket in England like no other overseas batter. 🔥

A legacy built with match-winning knocks and unforgettable performances on English soil. #RohitSharma #Hitman #TeamIndia #IndianCricket… pic.twitter.com/dYxEJfRU7E

— KUMAR (@MyCric101) July 19, 2026

century in Australia
century in England

And this when put on trial, retirement sword on his neck, relentless agendas and disrespect, 39 year old rohit sharma continuous to carry India's batting line up in overseas,shutting his hater's mouth and how. Rohit Sharma you goat🐐❤️ pic.twitter.com/ukvUxpGNlf

— 🕊️ (@calmandchaoss) July 19, 2026

"THE NAME ROHIT SHARMA IS ENOUGH. 🤫

To everyone who questioned his form and criticized his batting, this magnificent century is a resounding slap on their faces! Let the bat do the talking. 🏏🔥 pic.twitter.com/QVAbirDQ28

— Rakkes Beherra (@rakkesbeherra) July 19, 2026

Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill gave India a strong start in the chase, putting together a 147-run opening partnership from 146 balls. Gill was the first to depart, scoring 77 off 84 deliveries before being dismissed in the 25th over.

Rohit went on to play a brilliant innings of 138 off 110 balls. The experienced opener was at his fluent best, striking 17 fours and five sixes during his knock.

Rohit Sharma Lights Up Lord’s With Trademark Pull Shot Against Josh Tongue

England introduced Josh Tongue into the attack in the eighth over, but Rohit Sharma took the aggressive approach from the outset. The India opener welcomed the pacer with back-to-back boundaries off the first two deliveries.

After Tongue responded with two dot balls, he dropped one short. Rohit quickly picked up the length and unleashed his trademark pull shot, sending the ball soaring for a commanding six. Watch the video here:

You can't bowl there to Rohit Sharma! 🔥

The Hitman puts it away with authority, Team India has started this run chase on a positive note. 🇮🇳

Catch #ENGvIND 3rd ODI 👉 Streaming LIVE on JioHotstar! pic.twitter.com/qf6oPdsYqV

— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) July 19, 2026

Rohit Sharma’s superb innings came to an end in the 39th over. He moved across the stumps to play a slog sweep off Jacob Bethell but failed to make contact, as the ball went on to crash into the stumps.

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