India vs England 2nd ODI LIVE updates: Rohit Sharma silences critics with a Blistering knock

Rohit Sharma delivered a sensational performance in the second ODI against England at Barabati Stadium, leading India’s charge in their pursuit of 305 runs. The Indian captain smashed a quickfire half-century in just 30 balls, putting India in a dominant position.

During his explosive innings, Rohit also achieved a remarkable milestone, surpassing Chris Gayle in the list of batters with the most sixes in ODI cricket. With 332 sixes, Rohit now holds the second spot, leaving Gayle behind at 331. Pakistan’s Shahid Afridi remains at the top with 351 ODI sixes.

Earlier in the match, Ravindra Jadeja put up an impressive bowling display, taking 3 wickets for just 35 runs in his 10-over spell. Despite his efforts, England managed to post a competitive total of 304 all out. Ben Duckett (65 off 56) gave England a solid start, forming an 81-run partnership with Phil Salt. Joe Root (69 off 72) steadied the innings in the middle overs, while Liam Livingstone’s quick 41 off 32 balls helped England cross the 300-run mark.

India made two changes to their lineup, bringing in Virat Kohli and Varun Chakravarthy in place of Yashasvi Jaiswal and Kuldeep Yadav. With Rohit leading from the front, India looks well on track for a successful chase.