South Africa v/s India: ‘Rohit Sharma is best nightwatchman’: Twitter roasts batsman for falling cheaply

by Shivendra Singh · January 6, 2018

Rohit Sharma failed to make a mark as he was dismissed by Kagiso Rabada for 11 during Day 2 of the first Test between South Africa and India on Saturday.

After dismissing the hosts for 286 on the opening day, Virat Kohli and Co failed to take advantage by losing three quick wickets before close of play in Cape Town on Friday.

A lot was expected of overnight batsmen Rohit and Cheteshwar Pujara, but the former didn’t live up to expectations as he was trapped plumb in front by Rabada.

Twitter wasn’t pleased with the Mumbaikar’s performance, especially since he was chosen ahead of his state-mate Ajinkya Rahane.

Here are some reactions

Surviving pace bowling for an hour. I think Rohit Sharma is the best night watchman India has produced in three decades. #IndvsSA

— one tip one hand_ (@OneTipOneHand_) January 6, 2018

While Cheteshwar Pujara defence looks pure meditation, Rohit sharma’s looks like that of a Night Watchman #IndvsSA

— Hariom Kumar (@hkumar26) January 6, 2018