Team India skipper Rohit Sharma’s decision might prove costly for the Men in Blue during the second ODI of the three-match series against England. The Indian skipper didn’t take the Decision Review System (DRS) against star England batter Joe Root, which could have provided a breakthrough for the team.
England skipper Jos Buttler won the toss and opted to bat first in the match at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack on Sunday, February 9. The visiting team openers provided a flying start as they added 75 runs in the powerplay. However, the Indian bowlers managed to pick two wickets in quick succession.
Watch: Joe Root Gets a Reprieve as India Skip LBW Review
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India missed a key opportunity to dismiss Joe Root when Axar Patel’s delivery struck him on the pads during the second delivery of the 25th over in England’s innings.
The right-handed batter attempted a shot to a delivery outside off stump. Axar and other Indian players appealed for LBW, but umpire Chris Brown ruled it not out. Rohit Sharma decided not to review after consulting KL Rahul and Axar.
DRS later revealed that the decision would have been overturned, with three reds confirming Root was out. This missed chance could have provided India with a crucial breakthrough.
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