India’s series decider against South Africa in Visakhapatnam on December 6 offered a reminder of Rohit Sharma’s younger days—those years when he prowled the outfield with sharp reflexes and effortless athleticism. Now a senior statesman in the side, Rohit produced a pair of fielding moments that not only lifted the team but also energised a packed crowd that had turned up expecting a response after India’s sloppy outing in Raipur.

Having finally broken their run of lost tosses, India bowled first, and the tone of the night changed the moment Rohit came charging into action. In the 38th over, Dewald Brevis slashed Arshdeep Singh through the offside, seemingly destined for four. Instead, Rohit flung himself low and full-length behind square, pulling off a stunning diving stop that sent a ri

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