Rohit Sharma led India to victory in the T20 World Cup, earning him praise from Sunil Gavaskar. The Indian captain became only the third Indian captain to lift a World Cup title, after Kapil Dev and MS Dhoni. In addition to his leadership skills, Rohit also had a good tournament with the bat, scoring 257 runs in eight matches.
Gavaskar highlighted Rohit’s exceptional captaincy as the standout performance of the tournament. According to him, Rohit’s leadership was commendable as he maintained a positive body language even during tense situations. Despite facing challenges, Rohit’s demeanor never wavered and earned him praise from Gavaskar. The former cricketer emphasized that Rohit’s ability to stay calm and composed throughout the tournament was noteworthy and deserving of high praise.
During a celebration event at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium, Rohit expressed his gratitude to the fans and dedicated the victory to the entire nation. He acknowledged the support of the fans and thanked them for waiting 11 years for this moment. Rohit also praised Mumbai for their enthusiastic reception and shared his happiness and relief at winning the tournament.