Rohit Sharma desires more trophies after T20 World Cup win
Indian cricket team captain, Rohit Sharma, expressed his insatiable desire for more victories after leading his team to the 2024 ICC T20 World Cup title in the Caribbean. Speaking at the CEAT Cricket Rating Awards, Rohit reflected on his past successes and looked forward to future challenges. He emphasized that the taste of winning games and cups has made him eager to continue this winning streak. Rohit was adjudged the CEAT Men's International Cricketer of the Year.
Rohit anticipates exciting times for Indian cricket
Sharma expressed optimism about the future of Indian cricket, citing the exciting games and performances over the past two years. He anticipates that the following few years will be equally thrilling. He believes his teammates share his enthusiasm and ambition for continued success in cricket. The grueling Australia tour await India. The Rohit-led Indian contingent will compete in the iconic Border-Gavaskar series, comprising five Tests, Down Under.
BCCI secretary predicts more triumphs for Indian cricket
BCCI Secretary, Jay Shah, has predicted a series of victories for the Indian cricket team. Six months after accurately forecasting India's T20 World Cup victory, Shah now anticipates wins at the Women's T20 World Cup in the UAE this October, the ICC Champions Trophy in Pakistan next February, and the World Test Championship final in England in June 2025. He expressed confidence that with the support of 1.4 billion people, these victories are achievable.
Rohit named CEAT Men's International Cricketer of the Year
As mentioned, India's ODI and Test skipper Rohit was bestowed with the CEAT Men's International Cricketer of the Year title. He expressed his gratitude for the recognition, describing it as a humbling experience and an acknowledgment of his hard work and determination. The award has further motivated him to continue pushing boundaries on the cricket field. Under Rohit's leadership, India reached the 2023 ODI World Cup final and claimed the 2024 T20 World Cup title.
Rohit has been earning praise following T20 WC win
Vikram Rathour, the former batting coach of Team India, recently praised Rohit Sharma for his exceptional leadership skills and strategic acumen. Rathour also recalled some of Rohit's unconventional decisions taken during the 2024 T20 World Cup final against South Africa. He specifically mentioned the decision to bowl out Jasprit Bumrah, a move that initially raised eyebrows, but ultimately led to the Proteas needing 16 runs in the last over.
