New Delhi [India]: India’s all-format batting legend and current Test and ODI captain Rohit Sharma turned 38 on Wednesday, with cricketers and fans across the globe showering him with love and tributes to celebrate his contribution to Indian cricket.
Young Indian batter Tilak Varma, known to admire Rohit as a mentor, posted on Instagram:
“True class never gets old. Happy Birthday Rohit bhai.”
📷 Tilak’s Instagram Post
Ayush Mhatre, a rising star making waves with Chennai Super Kings this IPL season, also extended his wishes:
“You inspire us everyday…Happy Birthday to the Best in the world @rohitsharma45.”
Veteran Indian batter Cheteshwar Pujara posted on X:
“Happy birthday @ImRo45…Wishing you loads of success and a great year ahead!”
📱 Pujara’s Post on X
Rohit Sharma: The Hitman’s Journey
Rohit burst onto the international stage in June 2007 against Ireland. A part of India’s victorious 2007 T20 World Cup squad, he showcased glimpses of greatness early in his career. Since then, he has transformed into one of the most dominant openers in world cricket, admired for his elegant strokeplay and calm leadership.
Test Career Highlights:
Test debut: 2013
Matches: 67 | Innings: 116 | Runs: 4,301
Average: 40.57 | Centuries: 12 | Fifties: 18 | Best: 212
In ICC WTC: 2,716 runs in 40 Tests at 41.15, 9 centuries
Led India to the 2023 WTC Final as captain
Captaincy record: 12 wins, 9 losses, 3 draws (mostly at home)
ODI Masterclass:
Matches: 273 | Runs: 11,168 | Average: 48.76
Centuries: 32 | Fifties: 58 | Best: 264 (highest ever in ODIs)
Only batter to score three double centuries in ODIs
India’s 4th-highest ODI scorer, 10th overall globally
As ODI captain:
Led India to 2025 ICC Champions Trophy win
Finished runner-up in 2023 World Cup, winning 10 straight matches
Captaincy record in ODIs: 42 wins out of 56 matches
World Cup Brilliance:
Rohit’s performances in 50-over World Cups have been spectacular:
Matches: 28 | Runs: 1,575 | Average: 60.57
Centuries: 7 | Fifties: 6 | Best: 140
Holds the record for most centuries (5) in a single World Cup (2019)
2019 WC: 648 runs in 9 matches (avg. 81.00)
2023 WC: 597 runs in 11 matches, strike rate over 125
From a raw talent in 2007 to a strategic captain and record-breaking opener, Rohit Sharma continues to leave an indelible mark on the sport.