Watch: Rohit Sharma falls for a duck in the first over of India’s chase against New Zealand in Auckland

Rohit Sharma had a disappointing start to India’s chase in the first ODI against New Zealand at Eden Park in Auckland on Wednesday, November 4. The Indian opener was dismissed for a six-ball duck by Kyle Jamieson in the very first over.

Chasing a target of 187 runs, Rohit faced five dot balls before attempting to play a shot off Jamieson. However, the ball held up on the surface, and Rohit failed to time his shot properly. New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner then took a brilliant diving catch at mid-off to send the Indian opener back to the pavilion.

Rohit’s early dismissal gave New Zealand an important breakthrough in the opening over and put India under pressure during the chase. Santner’s excellent catch also became a talking point among cricket fans. 

Watch the viral dismissal here:

Rohit Sharma falls for a duck in the first over at Eden Park

Rohit Sharma was dismissed for a six-ball duck in the first over of India's chase of 187 runs at Eden Park in Auckland. Kyle Jamieson got the better of the Indian opener as he mistimed a shot off a delivery that held up on the surface. New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner took a brilliant catch at mid-off to complete the dismissal.

This was Rohit's first ODI duck in three years. His previous duck in the format came against Australia in the 2023 ODI World Cup opener on October 7 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Since then, he had batted in 39 ODI innings without being dismissed for a duck and had scored five centuries.

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The dismissal also marked Rohit's first ODI duck against New Zealand. Before this match, he had scored 437 runs in 14 ODIs against the Blackcaps at an average of 36.42, including four half-centuries. His previous lowest score against New Zealand was 1, which came in the 2019 ODI World Cup semi-final at Old Trafford in Manchester.

How Kyle Jamieson got Rohit Sharma out for 0

Kyle Jamieson bowled a full delivery outside the off stump that moved away after pitching. Rohit Sharma attempted to play an off-drive but failed to time his shot properly. The ball took an extra bounce and went high towards mid-off, where New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner moved forward to take the catch.

Santner showed excellent presence of mind as he completed a brilliant diving catch just inches above the ground. Rohit looked disappointed as he shook his head and walked back to the dressing room without opening his account. The Indian opener had faced six balls before being dismissed for a duck.

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The early wicket gave New Zealand the start they wanted, as India lost their first wicket with just one run on the scoreboard after the opening over. Jamieson bowled a disciplined first over, finding movement and maintaining good line and length. Rohit's cautious approach proved costly as New Zealand secured an important early breakthrough.

What Rohit’s duck means for India’s chase and the series

Rohit Sharma’s early dismissal put India under pressure during their chase of 186 runs against New Zealand. However, Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill steadied the innings after the opening setback. India reached 54/1 in 10.5 overs, with Kohli batting on 29 and Gill on 17, before play was delayed due to a wet outfield.

Earlier, India's fast bowlers put New Zealand under pressure with an impressive performance at the bouncy Eden Park. Arshdeep Singh led the attack with four wickets, while Gurnoor Brar picked up three. Anshul Kamboj also impressed with figures of 2/22 in his 10 overs as New Zealand were restricted to 185 runs.

Kamboj's economy rate of 2.20 was the best by an Indian pacer since Jasprit Bumrah recorded the same economy against Zimbabwe in 2016. His figures were also among the best economy-rate performances by an Indian fast bowler since 2005. With Kohli and Gill at the crease, India remained in a strong position to continue the chase despite losing Rohit early.