IND vs BAN: Rohit Sharma drops sitter to deny Axar Patel Hattrick - Fans React Hilariously

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India captain Rohit Sharma was in the middle of a humbling moment in the Champions Trophy 2025 encounter between India and Bangladesh.

In the match at the Dubai International Stadium, all-rounder Axar Patel was on the brink of achieving a remarkable hat-trick.

Introduced into the attack in the ninth over, Axar made an immediate impact by dismissing Tanzid Hasan with his second delivery, followed by the wicket of Mushfiqur Rahim on the very next ball. This set the stage for a potential hat-trick, a rare and celebrated feat in cricket.

Facing the hat-trick ball, Bangladesh's Jaker Ali edged a delivery that seemed destined for the safe hands of Indian captain Rohit Sharma at first slip. However, in an unexpected lapse, Rohit dropped the straightforward catch, denying Axar his well-deserved hat-trick.

The missed opportunity was palpable, with Rohit visibly expressing his frustration on the field. This moment was crucial, as it could have further destabilized the Bangladeshi batting lineup, which was already reeling at 35/5. The India captain could be seen cursing himself on the field which continued for the next couple of overs. Even the commentators were in discussion and urged Rohit to move on after missing the sitter.

On social media, the fans were brutal on the India captain. A few blamed Rohit for dropping the catch while the others resorted to some hilarious memes.

This fan believes some WWE moves from Axar Patel on Rohit Sharma during the mid-innings break.

The India captain was apologetic to Axar Patel after dropping the catch.

Go Easy Rohit!! You don't know where injuries can come from. That will be a bigger blow for India.

This fan sees the positive side of Rohit's self-criticism. The India captain often gets angry with teammates and he applied the same for himself as well.