India's Cricket Team Stumbles: Rohit Sharma Suffers Record-Breaking Misfortunes

India's cricket team, under the leadership of captain Rohit Sharma, has hit a new low, with a dismal year marred by unwanted records and poor performances across formats. In 2024, the team has not only failed to secure a single One Day International (ODI) win but has also suffered a 3-0 home Test series loss to Australia, making them the first Indian captain to fail to achieve an ODI win in a calendar year. The team's dismal form threatens their chances of qualifying for the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025 final.

India's ODI performance in 2024 has been particularly underwhelming, with a 2-0 loss to Sri Lanka in August, including one match ending in a tie, and a historic Test series whitewash against New Zealand. This marks the first time the team has gone winless in ODIs in 45 years, with the previous instance being in 1979. The team's struggles are not limited to the ODI format, as they also suffered a 3-0 Test series loss at home to New Zealand, jeopardizing their chances in the WTC 2025 final. The team now must win their final two Test matches against Australia and hope for favorable results in the South Africa-Sri Lanka series to salvage their qualification hopes.

Rohit Sharma, the captain, has also had a dismal year in the Test format. His recent struggles have seen him ranked among the five worst years in Test cricket, with an average of 25.41 and 610 runs in 14 Tests in 2024. This is the fourth year he has failed to average above 30 in Test cricket, a major concern given his status as captain. His five worst years in Test cricket reveal a worrying trend of inconsistency and struggle in the format.

India's poor run has seen the team struggle across formats, and it remains to be seen how the team, led by Rohit Sharma, will bounce back from these misfortunes. The pressure will be mounting on the team to deliver results in their remaining matches and salvage their qualification hopes for the WTC 2025 final. The Indian cricket team's recent performances have sparked concern among fans and experts alike, and it is crucial for the team to regain their form and confidence to make a successful comeback in the future.

As India faces an uncertain conclusion to the 2024 calendar year, it is clear that the team, led by Rohit Sharma, has a lot to work on to regain their dominance in international cricket. The pressure will be on the team to deliver results in their remaining matches and prove their abilities under the captaincy of Rohit Sharma. Only time will tell if the team can rise to the challenge and make a successful comeback in the future.