Following a triumphant victory at the T20 World Cup, India’s captain Rohit Sharma returned to India after a vacation in the United States on Thursday. His arrival at the airport was met with an enthusiastic crowd of fans eager to catch a glimpse of their cricketing hero. The reception was so warm that one fan, addressing him as “Rohit sir,” pleaded for a selfie, saying, “Rohit sir ek photo dedo na” (Rohit sir, please have a selfie with me).
Rohit Sharma with his Family ❤️📸 #rohitsharma pic.twitter.com/edB2dXQDsa
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Accompanying Rohit were his wife, Ritika Sajdeh, and their daughter, Samaira, adding to the celebratory atmosphere surrounding his return. The excitement and adulation from fans were evident, reflecting the immense pride and joy that Rohit’s leadership and the team’s World Cup victory had brought to the nation. His recent vacation in the United States, followed by a visit to London for Wimbledon, had been well-documented on social media, highlighting his activities after the World Cup triumph.
Rohit Sharma’s decision to retire from T20 Internationals came after India’s win against South Africa in the T20 World Cup final, marking the end of an illustrious chapter in his T20I career. As he shifts focus to the 50-over format, Rohit is gearing up for a series of One Day Internationals (ODIs) against Sri Lanka. This series, spanning from July 27 to August 7, is crucial for Team India as they prepare for the ICC Champions Trophy in 2025.
The tour includes three T20 Internationals and three ODIs and marks Gautam Gambhir’s first assignment as head coach of the Indian team. For Rohit Sharma and the rest of the squad, these matches are an opportunity to fine-tune strategies and showcase their skills in preparation for upcoming challenges.