Team India defeated England by 49 runs in the second T20I at Edgbaston. With this, India has sealed the series with a game to go. Before the start of the tournament, many doubted if India can do well against an in-form English squad. However, under Rohit Sharma, India has been terrific so far. Even in the second encounter, the game was tilted more towards the Englishmen after the first innings. The target was 171 and with the firepower in the batting unit, England was expected to chase it down. However, the Indian bowlers’ excellent display and Rohit Sharma’s captaincy helped India clinch a massive win. After this victory, Rohit Sharma has also gotten himself closer to what would be a world record as an international captain.
A world record as an International captain
Across all the formats combined, Ricky Ponting holds the record for the most consecutive wins as a skipper. He did this back in 2003. However, that record is in danger at the moment. With the win over England in the second T20I, Rohit now has 19 consecutive wins. Most of it has come in the T20I format, while the recent Test wins against Sri Lanka are also a part of this record. India’s next games will be the third T20I and then the ODI series, both against England.
If Rohit manages to lead India to victory in his next two matches, it will be a massive record for him to have under his name. Ricky Ponting is one of the best skippers that the game has seen and beating him in a difficult record will be a great honor for the India skipper.
Most Consecutive Wins as a Captain
20 – Ricky Ponting
19 – Rohit Sharma*#ENGvIND— CricBeat (@Cric_beat) July 9, 2022
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Team India has been terrific under Rohit Sharma
It has to be noted that Team India has struggled whenever Rohit Sharma has not been available. However, on his return to the XI, the squad is doing well. The pattern has extended to 19 occasions and it seems Rohit has got a system in place to make things happen for him.
For India, this is a great sign. The team is desperate to win ICC trophies. With two important events coming up, fans will want Rohit Sharma to deliver consistent wins for the side.
