India were rattled early in the third ODI at the CA International Cricket Stadium when Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli fell inside the first three overs, leaving the batting lineup in limbo. Rohit Sharma, meanwhile, took a cautious 20 off 40, absorbing the West Indies’ pace attack before the tempo began to shift. The captain’s measured approach bought the team a breathing space that would prove pivotal.
Once the bowlers’ rhythm settled, Rohit switched gears, smashing 72 off 45 to bring the score to a respectable level. His shot selection was textbook: short pulls against Jayden Seales, elegant cuts against Alzarri Joseph, and a few well‑placed fours that rattled the wicket‑keeper. The innings evolved from a defensive block to a controlled assault, turning the match in India’s favour.
Former wicket‑keeper‑batsman Dinesh Karthik applauded the veteran’s composure, saying, "Rohit knows how to read the situation, he stays calm, then he goes on the attack when the conditions are right."
Such experience will be invaluable when India head to South Africa for the 2027 ODI World Cup, where pitch conditions can change dramatically. Karthik added that Rohit, along with Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill, will need to adapt their game plans rather than stick to a single aggressive strategy.
India now look to finish the series on a high before the next stage of the World Cup build‑up.