Former India captain Rohit Sharma expressed his gratitude after being conferred with the Padma Shri, one of the country’s highest civilian honours, describing it as a special moment for himself and his family while reaffirming his commitment to winning matches for India.Rohit ended the recognition as a very special moment and thanked the Government of India and everyone who supported him throughout his cricketing journey.
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“Receiving the Padma Shri is a very special moment for me and my family. I thank the Government of India for this honour. I am also grateful to all the people who have played an important role in my career. My drive to win matches and trophies for my country will always continue. Thank you, Jai Hind.” Rohit said in a video shared by Doordarshan Sports on X.Rohit, who made his international debut in 2007, has been one of India’s most consistent performers across formats over the past 19 years, leaving a lasting impact on Indian cricket as both a batsman and captain.India has enjoyed significant success on the global stage under Rohit’s leadership. The Men in Blue have won the 2024 T20 World Cup after defeating South Africa in the final, ending their long wait for the ICC title in the shortest format. They followed that up by lifting the Champions Trophy in 2025, further underscoring Rohit’s reputation as a successful leader.Apart from his captaincy achievements, Rohit boasts an excellent batting record in international cricket. In Tests, he scored over 4300 runs in 67 matches, including 12 centuries. In ODIs, he has amassed over 11,500 runs in 282 matches with 33 hundreds. In T20Is, Rohit has amassed over 4231 runs, including five centuries, making him one of the most successful batsmen in the format.Rohit has retired from Tests and T20Is but continues to feature in ODIs and contribute runs for the team as they focus on the 2027 World Cup.
