Rohit Sharma - Indian cricketer
ROHIT SHARMA
Rohit Sharma is a renowned Indian cricketer, known for his exceptional batting skills and leadership. He was born on April 30, 1987, in Bansod, Maharashtra, India. He is the captain of the Indian cricket team and one of the leading batsmen in both One-Day Internationals (ODIs) and Test cricket.
Personal Life:
- Full Name: Rohit Gurunath Sharma
- Date of Birth: April 30, 1987
- Place of Birth: Bansod, Maharashtra, India
- Father: Gurunath Sharma
- Mother: Purnima Sharma
- Wife: Ritika Sajdeh
- Children: A daughter, Samaira Sharma
Cricket Career:
- Teams: India, Mumbai Indians (IPL), Mumbai (State team)
- Early Career: Rohit Sharma started his cricket journey at a small cricket academy in Mumbai. He made his mark in school cricket, which led to his inclusion in the Maharashtra state team.
- Batting Style: Right-handed batsman
- Notable Achievement: Rohit holds the unique record of scoring three double centuries in One-Day Internationals (ODIs), a feat unmatched by any other player.
International Cricket Debut:
- ODI Debut: June 23, 2007, against Ireland
- T20I Debut: September 19, 2007, against England
- Test Debut: November 6, 2013, against the West Indies
Major Achievements:
- Three Double Centuries in ODIs: Rohit scored 264 runs against Sri Lanka in 2014, 208 runs against Sri Lanka in 2017, and 159 runs against the West Indies in 2019—these are among the highest individual scores in ODIs.
- Captain of Indian Cricket Team: Rohit has been the captain of the Indian cricket team and has led India to numerous victories across formats.
- IPL Success: As the captain of Mumbai Indians, Rohit has led the team to five IPL titles, the most by any team in the tournament's history.
Personal Life:
Rohit Sharma married Ritika Sajdeh in 2015, and the couple has a daughter named Samaira Sharma.
Awards and Honors:
- In 2015, Rohit Sharma was awarded the Padma Shri, India's fourth-highest civilian award.
- He has also received the Arjuna Award (2015) and the BCCI Award for Best International Cricketer in recognition of his performances.
Recent Developments:
In January 2025, Rohit Sharma was dropped from India's Test team for the final match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia. This move has sparked discussions about his future in Test cricket.


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