Rohit Sharma showed the perfect balance of patience and aggression as the opener helped India wrest back the initiative from England on Day 3 of the fourth Test at the Oval, London Saturday.
Rohit Sharma last hit a Test century at Chennai against England in February. He now has more than 3000 runs with 8 tons
Rohit Sharma showed the perfect balance of patience and aggression as the opener helped India wrest back the initiative from England on Day 3 of the fourth Test at the Oval, London Saturday.
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India, after conceding a 99-run lead in the first innings, have reached 196/1 in 66 overs in the second essay, thanks to two brilliant stands -- 83 for the first wicket and unbeaten 100-run for the second, featuring Rohit.
In the process, Rohit brought up his eighth Test ton and first overseas with a massive six in the 64th over, bowled by Moeen Ali. Watch it here:
Known for his flambouyance, Rohit took 204 balls to reach the landmark. And of his eight centuries, this was the second slowest at a strike rate of 47.30.
The five-match series is locked at 1-1. The final match will be played at Old Trafford, Manchester, starting September 10.