Rohit Sharma once again showed why he is still such an important player for the India National Cricket Team. Rohit Sharma produced a brilliant fielding effort to help India get the big wicket of Daryl Mitchell in the first ODI against New Zealand in Auckland.

The former Indian captain’s quick movement and smart throw left the New Zealand batter with no chance to return to his crease in the five-match ODI series opener on Wednesday, November 4. Earlier, Gurnoor Brar took a one-handed blinder to dismiss Tom Latham in IND vs NZ 1st ODI.

Rohit Sharma’s superb fielding effort sends Daryl Mitchell back to the pavilion in 1st ODI

Rohit Sharma stole the spotlight during Axar Patel's over when the ball was pushed gently towards the leg side by Glenn Phillips. Rohit, who was standing at mid-wicket, noticed the opportunity and rushed towards the ball at Eden Park in Auckland.

There was a little confusion between Mitchell and Phillips as both batters were unsure whether to take the single. They hesitated for a moment, and that was enough for Rohit to make his move. After collecting the ball quickly, Rohit did not even think twice and released a sharp underarm throw towards the wicketkeeper's end.

KL Rahul was alert behind the stumps and did the rest of the job perfectly. He collected Rohit's throw and quickly removed the bails before Mitchell could get back inside his crease. The New Zealand batter was caught well short, as India got a much-needed breakthrough in the match.

FLYING RUNOUT BY ROHIT SHARMA🥵😯😯 Fitnesss Level of 39 yrs old Veteran 💪 #NZvsIND #ODI #RohitSharma https://t.co/OwsqqATXXG

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