Rohit Sharma’s Hilarious Exchange with Washington Sundar Highlights India’s Dominance in Sri Lanka ODI
Indian skipper Rohit Sharma’s on-field banter with teammates and opponents has become a staple of cricket matches, and his latest exchange with Washington Sundar during the first ODI against Sri Lanka in Colombo was no exception.
The incident occurred when Sundar was bowling to Sri Lankan batter Dunith Wellalage and appealed for LBW after hitting Wellalage’s pad. Unsure whether the ball hit Wellalage’s bat or pad first, Sundar looked at keeper KL Rahul and Rohit, at first slip, for guidance on whether to review the decision.
Rahul quickly indicated that he wasn’t sure, but Rohit’s response was priceless. “What? You tell me. Mere ko kya dekh raha hai. Sab kya main karu tere liye?” (Why are you looking at me? Should I do everything for you?), he quipped from the first slip.
The Indian players ultimately decided not to go for the review, but the exchange highlighted the camaraderie and light-hearted atmosphere within the Indian team.
Despite the humorous moment, India’s bowlers were in top form, restricting Sri Lanka to a modest 230 for eight. Axar Patel and Arshdeep Singh picked up two wickets each, while Mohammed Siraj, Shivam Dube, Kuldeep Yadav, and Sundar each claimed one wicket.
Pathum Nissanka (56) and Dunith Wellalage (67 not out) provided some resistance for Sri Lanka, but the Indian bowlers kept the pressure on throughout the innings.
The Indian batting lineup will now look to chase down the target and take an early lead in the three-match ODI series.
