‘He’ll cherish it’: Jos Buttler reveals special gift from Rohit Sharma after India-England ODI series

File image: Rohit Sharma and Jos Buttler (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: England wicketkeeper-batsman Jos Buttler shared a special moment with fans after receiving an autographed Team India jersey from Rohit Sharma, calling the Indian opener “one of his all-time favorite players”.Following the conclusion of the three-match ODI series between India and England, Buttler took to Instagram to post a picture of a signed T-shirt gifted by Rohit, expressing his admiration for the veteran batsman despite being on opposite sides during the competition. Rohit also wrote a heartfelt message on the jersey, “Dear Josi, I loved my time playing with & against you.”Sharing the picture, Buttler wrote, “The one-over three I always wanted. One of my all-time favorite players! I’ll cherish that; thank you @rohitsharma45.”

Rohit’s Lord master class will leave a lasting impression

Rohit has endured a tough start to the ODI series and his performances in the opening two matches have raised questions about his future in the format ahead of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2027.However, the Indian opener silenced his critics in typical style in the series decider at Lord’s and produced a breathtaking century during India’s mammoth chase of 388. The knock marked Rohit’s first international hundred at the iconic venue, widely regarded as the ‘Home of Cricket’.The 138-run innings came in just 110 balls, containing 17 fours and five sixes, and showcased the timing, elegance and class that defined Rohit’s illustrious ODI career. Although India fell behind by 27 runs to lose the series 1-2, Rohit’s partnership with long-time batting partner Virat Kohli thrilled the crowd at Lord’s. Kohli contributed a smooth 74 off 60 balls, including four boundaries and three sixes.Rohit finished the series as India’s leading run-scorer, amassing 175 runs in three matches at an average of 58.33 and a strike rate of 98.31, including a century.

Rohit’s ODI legacy continues

The 39-year-old former captain remains one of the greatest ODI batsmen in history, having scored 11,895 runs in 288 matches at an average of 48.95 and a strike rate of 93.04. His record includes 34 centuries, 62 fifties and a highest individual ODI score of 264.He currently ranks seventh in the format’s all-time leading run-getter and is India’s third highest run-getter in ODIs behind Sachin Tendulkar (18,426 runs) and Virat Kohli (14,941 runs).Rohit and Kohli will next be seen in ODI action when India host the West Indies in a three-match series from September 27 to October 3.