Rohit Sharma‘s batting form in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) 2024-25 has raised concerns for the Indian management. He has struggled in the last three Tests, leaving India without a strong start at the top of the order. Rohit will look to regain form in the final Test at the SCG.
In his two Tests at this iconic venue, the right-hander has scored 170 runs at an average of 42.50, including two half-centuries. Rohit’s first SCG appearance was in the 2014-15 tour, during the fourth and final Test, which had no impact on the series outcome as Australia had already led 2-0.
In that match, Australia declared at 572/7, and India lost Murali Vijay for a duck early. Rohit Sharma, showing solid technique, scored 53 off 133 balls, his highest at the SCG, including five boundaries and two sixes. He also contributed 39 off 90 balls in the second innings, helping India secure a draw.
Rohit Sharma returned to the SCG during the 2021-22 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, with the series tied at 1-1. Australia scored 338, led by Steve Smith’s century. Rohit, opening with Shubman Gill, made 26 off 77 balls before being dismissed by Josh Hazlewood.
India trailed by a first-innings lead and needed 407 runs to win. Rohit Sharma played a solid knock of 52 off 98 balls, hitting five boundaries and a six, but was dismissed while trying to pull Pat Cummins for a six.
With India on the brink of defeat, Ravichandran Ashwin and Hanuma Vihari fought through injuries to save the Test with a determined partnership.
What has been Rohit Sharma’s performance in the BGT 2024-25?
The 37-year-old missed the first Test of the series due to the birth of his second child. He made his return for the pink-ball Test in Adelaide but has struggled with a poor run of form. Rohit Sharma averages just 6.20 in five innings, with one match still to play.
The right-hander has managed only 31 runs, with his highest score being 10. His disappointing performance has led to speculation about his retirement, with reports indicating he might announce his decision in Sydney.
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