Rohit Sharma Turns 39: Cricket world celebrates ‘Hitman’ as wishes pour in
As Rohit Sharma celebrates his 39th birthday, the cricket world reflects on his iconic career and lasting impact.
As Rohit Sharma celebrates his 39th birthday, the cricket world reflects on his iconic career and lasting impact.
Rohit Sharma and MS Dhoni remain doubtful for the MI vs CSK IPL 2026 El Clasico at Wankhede as both teams look to climb the points table in a crucial mid-season clash.
Mumbai Indians bowling coach Paras Mhambrey provides a key update on Rohit Sharma and Mitchell Santner’s fitness ahead of the IPL clash vs Gujarat Titans, hinting at a possible return after injury concerns.
Rohit Sharma remains doubtful for MI’s clash vs PBKS as team management awaits medical assessment after his hamstring injury.
In a viral clip circulating on social media, Rohit can be seen frowning slightly with his arms loosely folded, while Ritika gestures animatedly as if explaining something to him. The light-hearted moment sparked a meme fest online.
The former South African stumper said it was “purely a cricketing decision” and the move was viewed as a transition phase for the five-time IPL champions, with all titles won under the leadership of Rohit.
In the absence of Rohit and Virat, India underwent a successful transition with the likes of Ruturaj Gaikwad, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Tilak Varma, Rinku Singh and Jitesh Sharma justifying their selection over the course of the 16 T20Is that India played after the last IPL season.
Several frontline players, including Suryakumar Yadav, Ravindra Jadeja, Jasprit Bumrah, Shreyas Iyer, and KL Rahul have not been picked.
During India’s ongoing tour of South Africa in 2023-24, neither of two Test matches lasted the entirety, but despite that there have been no words against the curator.
“Such an important player for SA, Very, very gritty and his wicket - we spoke about how we want to get him out quickly. We appreciate what he has done for South Africa. Brilliant career - best wishes ahead,” Rohit would say after the game when asked about Elgar.
