New Delhi: Rohit Sharma has made such a mark in the cricket world that his fans can be found everywhere. He has announced his retirement from international T20 and Test formats. Rohit Sharma arrived with his mother and father at the inauguration ceremony of the stand named after him at the Wankhede Stadium.
During this time, a stand in the Mumbai Cricket Association Wankhede Stadium was named after Rohit Sharma, which made him very happy. The stands named after former Indian captain Ajit Wadekar and former BCCI president Sharad Pawar were inaugurated. Rohit Sharma said something that won everyone’s heart. You can find out what Rohit Sharma noted below.
Rohit Sharma said something significant.
Rohit Sharma has said something big on the stand being named after him at the Wankhede Stadium. While addressing the people at the event, he saiI had neveren thought of it. You try to achieve many achievements, but this is something special because the Wankhede Stadium is different, and many memories have been made here.
He further said that I cannot express my feelings on my name being here among the legends of the game and the best politician in the world. I am very grateful.’ Rohit, who retired from T20 cricket after winning the World Cup for India last year, said, I am still playing and have retired from two formats. When I play here on the 21st and there is a stand named after me, it will be special.
Playing here for India will be very special. Along with this, he also thanked his family members who made many sacrifices for him throughout his career. He said, ‘My family, parents, brother and wife are here. I am grateful and thankful for whatever sacrifices they have made for me.’ Rohit said, ‘My special team Mumbai Indians is also here, which is preparing to start practice after my speech is over.
Thanked CM Devendra Fadnavis and Sharad Pawar too
Speaking onstage, Rohit Sharma, who retired from Test and T20, also thanked Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis and Sharad Pawar. At the same time, Fadnavis said that if MCA sends a proposal to build a new stadium, then the government will provide land.
He said, ‘Our legendary batsman, captain and one of my favourites, who has mesmerised with his batting, is here.’ He said, ‘If MCA sends a proposal to build a new stadium, then we will allocate land so there can be space for more fans.’