India skipper Rohit Sharma is as renowned for his heartwarming gestures off the field as he is for his exceptional cricketing prowess on it. His surprise visit to the residence of Sri Lanka's cricket 87-year-old superfan, Mr. Percy Abeysekera in Ekala, stands testament to this fact and has garnered widespread admiration from fans globally.
This touching visit by Rohit Sharma came to fruition following a heartfelt request by another prominent Sri Lankan supporter, Gayan Senanayake. The video capturing the affable interaction between the Indian skipper and Percy Abeysekera has captured the hearts of netizens and cricket enthusiasts alike, garnering significant traction and going viral.
The video footage depicts Rohit Sharma, accompanied by Sri Lanka team staff, deeply engrossed in a candid conversation with Percy Abeysekera. The sincerity of the moment is further amplified as Rohit Sharma graciously signs autographs, portraying a humble side of the cricketing legend rarely seen amidst the adrenaline of international matches.
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Beyond this heartwarming gesture, all eyes are now set on Rohit Sharma as he readies himself for India's next challenge against Pakistan in the super four stage of the Asia Cup 2023. Despite a rocky start against this arch-rival, succumbing early to a left-arm pacer, Sharma showcased his mettle in the subsequent match against Nepal. With a commanding performance, Sharma exhibited his impeccable form, scoring a scintillating unbeaten 74 off just 59 balls, peppered with six boundaries and five towering sixes, boasting a strike rate of 125.52.
Post the game, Rohit Sharma didn't shy away from addressing the media, candidly discussing his team's performance, particularly after the decisive 10-wicket triumph against Nepal. Recognizing areas of improvement, Sharma asserted the need for enhanced focus and preparation as they inch closer to the prestigious ICC World Cup 2023. He insightfully remarked:
“But luckily we got to bat in the first game and bowl in this, so that made it a complete game for us. Still have a lot to work on. A lot of guys coming back from injuries and they need time to get back into the groove. Hardik and Ishan were very good in the last game to get us to that score. The bowling was okay today but the fielding was bad, we need to improve on that,” Sharma said.
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