3 reasons why Rohit Sharma is respected by his juniors
2. Guides and maintains healthy relations with youngsters
The senior pro has often guided the youngsters in the right way, showing that there is always light at the end of the tunnel. Over the years, the experienced campaigner has built strong relationships with younger players. We have often seen youngsters addressing him as “Rohit Bhai” out of respect and admiration.
This is due to the fact that Rohit often takes the time to mentor the youngsters, offering appropriate advice on both cricketing skills and navigating the pressures and challenges of international cricket. Rohit’s approachable nature has earned him immense respect from youngsters.
3. Icon of the Game
Rohit Sharma is one of the best batters in the world without the shadow of a doubt. He earned the tag of a world-class captain after guiding India to a memorable T20 World Cup 2024 glory. This is another reason why Rohit Sharma is highly respected by his juniors. With a career spanning over a decade, Rohit has achieved several records and accolades.
Overall, he has scored over 19,000 runs in international cricket. He is the only cricketer to have scored 3 double centuries in ODIs and one of the two cricketers to have slammed 5 centuries in T20Is. Notably, he holds the record for registering the highest individual score (264) in ODI cricket, a record that remains intact. On the other hand, he has helped Mumbai Indians win five IPL titles as a captain. Overall, he has won 7 IPL titles as a player.
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