India’s captain Rohit Sharma had a moment of frustration on the field after dropping a regulation catch at first slip, which denied Axar Patel the opportunity to register a historic hat-trick in the Champions Trophy 2025 match against Bangladesh.

Axar, the left-arm spinner, was in sublime rhythm, having already dismissed Tanzid Hasan and Mushfiqur Rahim on consecutive deliveries in the ninth over. As he bowled his fifth delivery to Jaker Ali, the batter edged a good-length ball toward Rohit Sharma, who was well-positioned at first slip. However, the Indian skipper failed to hold onto the catch, allowing Jaker Ali to survive and denying Axar Patel what would have been the first-ever hat-trick by an Indian in Champions Trophy history.

Rohit Sharma’s Frustrated Reaction

Following the missed catch, Rohit was visibly upset, slamming his hand on the ground in frustration. The 37-year-old captain, known for his sharp reflexes, immediately apologized to Axar Patel, who took the moment in stride with a smile before resuming his over. Despite the drop, Axar remained composed and continued his impressive spell.

Rohit’s frustration lingered for a few overs, as he was seen expressing disappointment with himself. The drop proved costly in terms of record books, as Axar Patel missed out on the chance to etch his name in Champions Trophy history.

Axar Patel’s Impactful Performance

Despite the missed hat-trick, Axar Patel’s spell was instrumental in dismantling the Bangladesh batting order. His figures of 3.3-0-8-2 showcased his dominance, restricting Bangladesh to just 57/5 in 14.3 overs at the time. Alongside Mohammed Shami and Harshit Rana, Axar’s spell put India in complete control of the match.

Match Summary: India vs Bangladesh

At the time of the incident, Bangladesh was reeling at 35/5 in 8.3 overs, with India’s bowlers completely dominating the game. Mohammed Shami, Harshit Rana, and Axar Patel collectively rattled the Bangladesh top order, leaving them struggling to build any momentum.

Had Rohit Sharma taken the catch, Axar Patel would have become the first-ever Indian to take a hat-trick in Champions Trophy history, adding another milestone to his growing career. However, with his stellar performance, Axar will look to maintain momentum and continue contributing to India’s campaign.

With India’s bowling unit firing on all cylinders, the team is well-positioned to secure a convincing victory and strengthen their grip in the tournament.

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