NEW DELHI: Indian cricket star Rohit Sharma received a hero’s welcome at Wankhede Stadium on Thursday, as fans braved heavy rain to catch a glimpse of their icon. The Team India ODI skipper was in attendance for the final of the T20 Mumbai League between Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals and SoBo Mumbai Falcons.As soon as word spread that Rohit had arrived, fans swarmed his black SUV outside the stadium, eager for a glimpse or photo despite the relentless Mumbai downpour. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!The passionate crowd quickly surrounded his vehicle. Video capturing the moment has gone viral across social media platforms, showcasing both the chaos and affection that followed the 2024 T20 World Cup-winning captain.Watch:Inside the stadium, Rohit was seen enjoying the action from the VIP box. The camera panned to him during the game, drawing further applause from the crowd. The final itself saw Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals defeat SoBo Mumbai Falcons to lift the trophy, but for many spectators, the evening’s highlight was the unexpected presence of their beloved Rohit.With the domestic season winding down, Rohit’s focus now shifts to international duties.
He will lead India in a three-match ODI series against Bangladesh from August 17 to 23, aiming to overturn the 2-1 defeat India suffered under his captaincy in 2022. Following that, Rohit will captain the side in a key ODI series against Australia in October, with matches set for Perth, Adelaide, and Sydney. A series win would see him join MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli as Indian captains who’ve triumphed in 50-over cricket Down Under.
