J&K pacer Umar Nazir Mir has revealed why he did not want to celebrate the scalp of Mumbai’s Rohit Sharma in the Renji Trophy.
Indian test captain Rohit SharmaA much-anticipated return to the domestic circuit was cut short by a cheap dismissal Ranji Trophy On January 23. representing MumbaiRohit doesn’t seem to mind. Jammu and Kashmir pacer Umer Nazir MirDisciplined bowling in the 6th over of the match saw Rohit misread a delivery from Nazir and hit it high to take an easy catch. Paras Dogra. The dismissal adds to Rohit’s recent struggles with the bat, which has fans and pundits concerned about his form ahead of the upcoming international assignments.
An unforgettable moment for Umar Nazir
Rohit’s wicket was a defining moment in his career for Jammu and Kashmir pacer Nazir. Nazir, who maintained a tight line and length with all his might, not only dismissed the Indian captain but also bowled three other Mumbai batsmen. Ajinkya Rahane And Shivam Dubey. His fiery bowling performance ensured that Jammu and Kashmir stayed in the contest in the first innings. However, the highlight of the day was the dismissal of Rohit, one of the most popular cricketers in the world.
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Nazir explained why he did not respect Rohit’s wicket
While most bowlers would have celebrated happily after dismissing a player of Rohit’s calibre, Nazir chose to stay strong. Speaking to the media after Day 1, Nazir revealed that his decision not to honor Rohit’s wicket stemmed from his deep admiration for the Indian captain.
A self-proclaimed Rohit fan, Nazir felt it was important to show respect rather than gloat after dismissing the player he adored. He went on to say that winning the match would be a source of pride for him and his team, especially considering the importance of having the Indian captain face and compete on such a stage.
“The first thought in my mind… I’m a big fan of Rohit, and that’s why I didn’t celebrate after taking the wicket today. If we win this game, it will be a proud moment as the Indian captain is playing against the opposition,” he said. said Nazir.