Indian cricketing superstar Rohit Sharma, who captains both the national team and Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League (IPL), celebrated his 36th birthday on Sunday. Fans from all around the world took to social media to wish the explosive opener on his special day.
Hyderabad fans share a special wish
To mark the 36th birthday of Indian cricket star and Mumbai Indians skipper Rohit Sharma, his fans in Hyderabad pulled off a grand tribute by unveiling a colossal 60-feet cut-out of him at RTC X roads. The impressive gesture was accompanied by an enthusiastic celebration, with fans pouring milk over the life-size poster and blasting confetti in the air while chanting slogans in support of the Indian skipper.
Rohit Sharma is widely regarded as one of the best openers in modern-day cricket, having scored over 10,000 runs in One Day Internationals (ODIs) and also being the only player to score three double centuries in the format. He has been an integral part of the Mumbai Indians team that has won five IPL titles, with his leadership skills being a key factor in the team’s success.
The Mumbai Indians team showcased their support by sharing pictures of the spectacular tribute on their social media handle. The Mumbai Indians’ caption for the post read, “Phata poster nikla Ro. Tomorrow’s going to be special. #Hitman10 #OneFamily #MumbaiMeriJaan #MumbaiIndians #IPL2023 #TATAIPL,” showcasing the team’s excitement for Rohit’s birthday.
Fans worshipping Rohit
Ahead of Rohit Sharma’s birthday, a video circulating on social media also gained significant attention on his birthday eve. In the video, a couple of fans can be seen performing a traditional worship ritual in front of Rohit’s giant cut-out before offering a coconut for the cricketer’s well-being. This is not an uncommon practice in India, where cricketers are often treated as demigods and worshipped by their ardent followers.
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