Rohit Sharma Stand: First Ticket Goes to Former Test Captain

Rohit Sharma was the first to receive a ticket to the newly inaugurated Rohit Sharma Stand in the Wankhede Stadium. On Friday, the Mumbai Cricket Association unveiled a stand named in Rohit Sharma’s honour.

The Divecha Level 3 of the Wankhede Stadium was officially renamed the Rohit Sharma Stand. The Mumbaikar attended the event alongside his family and thanked them for their sacrifices.

First Ticket From Rohit Sharma Stand

The ticket with the serial number 162279 was issued for the IPL match between Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals. The ticket was given to Rohit by MCA President Ajinkya Naik.

From the MI vs DC match on May 21, fans will see Rohit Sharma Stand written on the tickets. Rohit stated that it will be unusual when he comes to play the next match. To see his name in the stadium would feel special.

“It’ll be a surreal feeling when I come here and play on the 21st against the Delhi Capitals, representing Mumbai Indians. It’ll be a very special feeling. “It will even be more special when India plays whichever team here, that’ll make it even more special.”

‘I never dreamt of it’

“Firstly, I would like to thank everyone who has come here to make this event so special. What is going to happen today, I never dreamt of it. As a kid growing up, wanting to play for Mumbai, for India, no one thinks about things like these. Wankhede is such an iconic stadium, there are so many memories here,” said Rohit while addressing.

Rohit mentioned his family while addressing the crowd, reflecting their support for him throughout his career.

“To get this honour in front of my mom, dad, my brother and his wife and my wife. I am so, so grateful for all the people in my life, for all that they have sacrificed.”

The former Test captain also acknowledged his team and said, “Of course, not to forget, my very special team, Mumbai Indians, is also here. I’m pretty sure they are waiting for my speech to get over so they can start training! Thank you for coming here and supporting.”

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