Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma is gearing up for a special match in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023, where India will face Sri Lanka on November 2. This match holds a unique significance as it mirrors the 2011 World Cup final, featuring the same teams and taking place at the iconic Wankhede Stadium. What makes it even more special is that Rohit Sharma, India’s captain, will be playing on his home ground in Mumbai, making it his first World Cup game at this venue.
In the lead-up to this match, Rohit Sharma has been in phenomenal form, having scored a total of 398 runs in the six matches played so far, with an impressive average of 66.33 and a rapid strike rate of 119.16.
Rohit Sharma has a deep connection with Mumbai, where he began his cricket journey playing in the streets and fields of this bustling city from a young age. He went on to earn a place in the Mumbai Ranji team, carrying the hopes and dreams of the city’s cricket fans with him throughout his career.
In the Indian Premier League (IPL), Rohit Sharma leads the Mumbai Indians, making him an iconic figure among cricket enthusiasts in Mumbai. Fans in the city are eagerly looking forward to the upcoming World Cup match where Rohit Sharma will proudly represent India on his home turf.
Rohit Sharma talks about Wankhede
Speaking about the Wankhede Stadium, Rohit Sharma expressed his love for the venue, stating, “Wankhede! Such a special venue, My best venue! What I am today as a cricketer is because of the learnings that I have had, and that has all happened at Wankhede. So nothing can beat that. Mumbaikars love their cricket, and you can see the buzz at Wankhede stadium; it is crazy.”
India currently leads the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 table with a perfect record of six wins in six matches. They will aim to secure a spot in the semi-finals with a victory against Sri Lanka at the historic Wankhede Stadium.
This match promises to be a memorable moment for Rohit Sharma, the Mumbai fans, and all cricket enthusiasts as they witness a cricketing icon in action at his home ground.
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