A video of India captain Rohit Sharma reprimanding teammate Sarfaraz Khan for fielding without a helmet during the fourth Test against England in Ranchi is circulating widely on social media. The incident occurred when Sarfaraz Khan ignored safety protocols and approached the batter without wearing a helmet, prompting Rohit Sharma to remind him to prioritize safety by saying, “Don’t be a hero here…Wear a helmet.” Sarfaraz Khan quickly gestured for a helmet, which was brought to him by K.S. Bharat, allowing the match to resume with proper safety precautions in place.
Shubman Gill and Dhruv Jurel played crucial roles in leading India to a series-clinching victory over England, securing a 3-1 lead in the five-match series. Despite a challenging chase of 192 runs, the duo remained calm and composed to achieve the target and seal the series win. Shubman Gill’s steadfast innings, supported by Dhruv Jurel’s contribution, steered India to victory after a brief period of uncertainty. The win marked a significant moment for India, as it handed captain Ben Stokes and coach Brendon McCullum their first series defeat since taking charge in 2022.
The match saw various notable performances, including Rohit Sharma and Yashasvi Jaiswal’s strong start in the morning, followed by a solid partnership between Shubman Gill and Dhruv Jurel. The Indian spinners, Ravichandran Ashwin and Kuldeep Yadav, played a pivotal role in securing the victory by taking crucial wickets in England’s second innings. Despite missing pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah, India’s bowling unit performed admirably, with debutant quick Akash Deep making a significant impact by claiming early wickets.
As the series heads towards its conclusion with the fifth and final Test scheduled to begin on March 7 in Dharamsala, the intensity and competition between India and England are expected to reach new heights.