The elation T20 World Cup title triumph lingered for India's captain Rohit Sharma. The morning after defeating South Africa in the 2024 T20 World Cup final, Rohit woke up with the coveted trophy by his side in his Barbados hotel room.
Waking Up a Like Champion, Rohit Sharma Celebrates with the Trophy
This celebratory moment came just hours after Rohit's decision to retire from T20 Internationals. The opening batsman followed senior teammate Virat Kohli, who had already announced his own T20I retirement after the thrilling win. Rohit further shared this special moment with fans by posting a picture on Instagram, showcasing himself waking up next to the T20 World Cup trophy.
"That was my last game as well. Honestly, I have enjoyed it since the time I started playing this format. There is no better time to say goodbye to this format. I have loved every moment of it. I started my India career playing this format. This is what I wanted to do”, Rohit said.
A Fitting Farewell, Kohli and Sharma Shine in World Cup Victory
Both Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli capped off their T20I careers in spectacular fashion, leading India to a thrilling World Cup victory over South Africa. Kohli, awarded Player of the Match for his crucial knock of 76 runs off 59 balls, anchored the Indian innings after early wickets and helped set a competitive total of 176. This knock, along with his overall leadership throughout the tournament, proved his value to the team. As captain, Rohit Sharma also played a vital role in India's success. Leading from the front, he amassed 257 runs in 8 matches with an impressive strike rate of 156.70. He further cemented his place in T20I history by finishing his career as the format's leading run scorer with a staggering 4231 runs. This remarkable feat included a record-breaking five centuries and 32 fifties, showcasing his dominance as a batsman.
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