3 reasons why Rohit Sharma is respected by his juniors

Rohit Sharma is one of the biggest names in the history of the sport. Popularly known as ‘Hitman’ for his six-hitting abilities, the senior cricketer has entertained the fans in the best scene. His contributions on and off the field make him a popular figure among young cricketers.

The budding cricketers aspire to emulate his success and learn from his experiences. This respect stems from essential traits that have made Rohit Sharma an icon of the game, invaluable mentor and leader for youths. In this article, let’s now take a look at three reasons why he is respected by his juniors.

1. Helped Team India end ICC title drought

Team India were long been criticized for their inability to end the ICC title drought. After India won the ICC Champions Trophy in 2013, it’s been a decade since the Men in Blue won the prestigious accolade. After all the sufferings over several years, India eventually managed to end the title drought under the tutelage of Rohit Sharma.

As a captain, he led India to a memorable victory in the Asia Cup (twice) and the T20 World Cup 2024. India beat South Africa by 7 runs to clinch the trophy. This is one of the biggest reasons Rohit Sharma is respected by his juniors. Rohit Sharma was one of the crucial members of the ICC T20 World Cup 2007 title-winning team.

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