Former India cricketer Suresh Raina made a particular request to the paparazzi to cheer for Group India gamers on their return to Mumbai following their 2025 Champions Trophy victory. The cricketer-turned-commentator additionally gave particular mentions to skipper Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Shreyas Iyer, amongst others.
Whereas Rohit and Iyer are initially from Mumbai, Kohli has constructed his new dwelling in Alibaug and is the neighbor of actors Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal in Mumbai.
Within the clip, Raina was seen exterior the airport (seemingly Mumbai). He mentioned (through Pinkvilla):
“Match dekha aapne, Rohit Sharma aayega ache se cheer karna usko. Puri mehnat kari hai usne. Virat, Rohit, Shreyas Iyer… KL Rahul.”
Translated model:
“Did you see the match (CT closing)? When Rohit Sharma arrives, cheer for him. He’s labored very laborious. Virat, Rohit, Shreyas Iyer… KL Rahul.”
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The remarks got here after Rohit grew to become the second most profitable India captain after main the Males in Blue to back-to-back ICC trophies. MS Dhoni stays on high of the record with three ICC titles.
Notably, Suresh Raina has gained the 2011 ODI World Cup and the 2013 Champions Trophy with the Males in Blue. He has been working as a commentator since his retirement.
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli dismiss retirement rumors after 2025 Champions Trophy glory
India skipper Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have confirmed that they gained’t retire after the 2025 Champions Trophy victory. In a viral clip, Rohit mentioned alongside Kohli:
“Bhai hum koi retire nahi ho rahein hai, inko lag raha hai (Brother, I’m not retiring. These folks suppose).”
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Rohit additional confirmed his resolution to proceed taking part in within the 50-over format. The 37-year-old mentioned in a post-match press convention (through NDTV):
“I’m not going to retire from this format. Simply to verify no rumors are unfold transferring ahead.”
In the meantime, Yuvraj Singh’s father, Yograj Singh, has urged Rohit and Kohli to proceed until the 2027 ODI World Cup. He advised ANI:
“The very best factor is that Rohit Sharma mentioned he isn’t retiring. Nicely completed, my son. No one can retire Rohit and Virat. They need to take into consideration retirement after profitable the 2027 ODI World Cup. I had mentioned this earlier than India would win.”
The motion will now shift to IPL 2025, which kicks off on March 22. Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will lock horns with the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at Eden Gardens.
Edited by Nihal