Sunil Gavaskar, a prominent figure in cricket, lavished praise on Rohit Sharma following India’s victory in the T20 World Cup. Rohit’s leadership catapulted India to success, making him only the third Indian captain, after Kapil Dev and MS Dhoni, to achieve such a feat.
Throughout the tournament, Rohit demonstrated his batting prowess, accumulating 257 runs in eight matches at an impressive average of 36.71. Despite Virat Kohli being named ‘Player of the Match’ in the final, Jasprit Bumrah’s exceptional bowling earned him the ‘Player of the Tournament’ accolade.
Gavaskar highlighted the pivotal roles played by both Bumrah and Rohit but emphasized Rohit’s captaincy as the standout factor. He commended Rohit’s unwavering demeanor, particularly in tense situations, where his leadership shone brightly. Gavaskar noted that Rohit’s body language remained positive throughout, even during challenging moments, which underscored his effectiveness as captain.
At the celebratory event in Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium, Rohit expressed gratitude to the nation and dedicated the victory to Indian fans who had waited eleven years for this triumph. He credited the support from Mumbai, which he described as consistently reliable, and expressed immense joy and relief at securing the championship.
Gavaskar’s admiration for Rohit’s leadership underscores the significance of his role in India’s successful campaign, adding another glorious chapter to Indian cricket history with their T20 World Cup triumph.