meaning of rocking

[Learning_English]

McGrath and Tait rocked the Irish batting early on as they reduced them to two runs for the loss of three wickets inside the first three overs of play.

What does `rock' mean in this sentence.

Please explain it.
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It seems to mean:

'8. to affect deeply; stun; move or sway powerfully, as with emotion: Everyone in the courtroom was rocked by the verdict.
9. to shake or disturb violently: A thunderous explosion rocked the waterfront.' (Random House Dictionary)
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