IND vs BAN: ‘Maf Kardo Bhai’ – Rohit Sharma Folds Hands in Apology After Dropping Axar Patel’s Hat-Trick Catch in Champions Trophy 2025
Rohit Sharma dropped a simple catch, denying Axar Patel a historic hat-trick, and immediately joined hands in apology on the field.
Rohit Sharma had a moment to forget in India’s ICC Champions Trophy 2025 match against Bangladesh when he dropped a simple catch, denying Axar Patel a historic hat-trick. The Indian captain’s reaction after the drop, however, became a talking point, as he immediately folded his hands and apologized to Axar for the costly mistake.
Rohit Sharma Drops a Regulation Catch
The moment happened in the ninth over when Axar Patel was on a roll, having dismissed Tanzid Hasan and Mushfiqur Rahim on consecutive deliveries. On the hat-trick ball, Axar bowled a well-flighted delivery to Jaker Ali, who edged it straight to first slip, where Rohit Sharma was stationed.
It was a straightforward catch, but Rohit misjudged the speed of the ball, and it slipped through his fingers. The Indian skipper was visibly frustrated, knowing he had cost Axar a place in the history books. Axar, who had already turned away to celebrate, was left stunned as he realized the chance was gone.
Rohit Sharma’s Instant Apology to Axar Patel
As soon as the drop happened, Rohit Sharma joined his hands and apologized to Axar Patel, acknowledging his mistake. The Indian captain knew how much the moment meant to the spinner and tried to make up for his blunder with the gesture. Axar, though disappointed, managed to keep his composure and focused on his next deliveries.
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