Rohit Sharma, the Indian captain, has had a year full of challenges in international cricket in 2024.
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While his performance across all formats has had its ups and downs, his journey this year highlights the highs and lows of a cricketing career.
From struggles in Test cricket to impressive performances in limited-overs formats, let’s take a closer look at how Rohit Sharma has fared in 2024.
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In 2024, Rohit Sharma faced a difficult time in Test cricket. He played 14 matches, with 26 innings, scoring 619 runs at an average of 24.76. He hit two centuries — 131 runs against England in Rajkot and 103 runs in Dharamsala.
These centuries were highlights in a tough year, but Rohit struggled in other matches. His recent form in Australia was concerning, with low scores of 3, 6, 10, 3, and 9.
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This led to a batting average of 6.2 during India’s tour of Australia, which is the second lowest for a top-order batter in Australia in a Test series (minimum 100 balls). Rohit’s poor form in Test cricket had an impact on his leadership as well.
India faced defeats, and his form as a batsman drew criticism.
Matches | Runs | Average | Hundreds | Half-centuries | Highest Score | Strike Rate |
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14 | 619 | 24.76 | 2 | 2 | 131 | 63.03 |
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Rohit Sharma’s performance in One Day Internationals in 2024 has been much better. He played 3 ODIs this year, with 3 innings, and scored 157 runs at an average of 52.33.
His highest score was 64, and he struck 18 boundaries and 8 sixes. His strike rate in ODIs has been excellent at 141.44.
Though Rohit did not score any centuries, his consistent contribution with two half-centuries helped India in crucial matches.
Matches | Runs | Average | Hundreds | Half-centuries | Highest Score | Strike Rate |
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3 | 157 | 52.33 | 0 | 2 | 64 | 141.44 |
In T20 Internationals, Rohit Sharma has had a productive year. He played 11 matches, scoring 378 runs in 11 innings with an average of 42.00.
His highest score was an impressive 121*, one of his best performances in T20I cricket. Rohit’s strike rate of 160.16 also stands out, as he continued to be an aggressive force at the top of the order.
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He hit 35 boundaries and 23 sixes in T20I cricket, displaying his ability to lead from the front and take the game forward for India.
Matches | Runs | Average | Hundreds | Half-centuries | Highest Score | Strike Rate |
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11 | 378 | 42.00 | 1 | 3 | 121* | 160.16 |
Overall, across all formats in 2024, Rohit Sharma has scored 1154 runs in 28 matches, averaging 31.18. His strike rate across formats has been 86.83.
Rohit’s ability to score runs in ODIs and T20Is has been a key asset for India, though his Test form remains a concern.
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His year in 2024 reflects the challenges of a cricketer in the twilight of his career, trying to maintain his consistency while navigating through tough periods.
Matches | Runs | Average | Hundreds | Half-centuries | Highest Score | Strike Rate |
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28 | 1154 | 31.18 | 3 | 7 | 131 | 86.83 |
Rohit Sharma’s 2024 has been a mixed year. As India’s captain, his leadership will continue to be under the spotlight, and his form in the coming year will be crucial for the team.
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With the ICC Champions Trophy scheduled in Pakistan and other important series ahead, Rohit will look to turn his fortunes around and lead by example.
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