Rohit Sharma's Memorable Toss Blunder During T20 World Cup 2024
Rohit Sharma's Toss Mishap Captivates Fans
Rohit Sharma, the former captain of India, has a unique knack for forgetting things, whether it's his bat, engagement ring, or even the toss procedure. This amusing trait was on full display during India's match against Pakistan in the 2024 T20 World Cup. As Ravi Shastri energetically conducted the toss, Rohit turned to Babar Azam, inquiring about the coin, only to realize it was in his own possession.
In a light-hearted moment shared with Star Sports, Rohit humorously shifted the blame to Shastri. After watching the toss video, he pointed out how Shastri's vibrant energy could easily distract anyone, including himself.
The video captured both Rohit and Babar Azam visibly entertained by Shastri's animated commentary, suggesting that Rohit was genuinely taken aback by his former coach's lively presentation.
Watch the video here:
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India's Victory in June
In that match, India triumphed over Pakistan by 6 wickets, with Jasprit Bumrah delivering an outstanding performance, taking 3 wickets for just 14 runs and dismantling the Pakistani batting lineup. Chasing a target of 120 runs, Rishabh Pant played a pivotal role, scoring 42 runs off 31 balls to secure the win in 19 overs.
India ultimately clinched the 2024 T20 World Cup title after a 17-year wait, defeating South Africa by 7 runs in the final held in Barbados. This victory marked India's first ICC trophy since the 2013 Champions Trophy, with Kohli contributing 76 runs, Bumrah excelling with the ball, and Suryakumar making a spectacular catch to seal the championship.