Rohit Sharma, the Indian skipper, is all set to lead India in the 20-20 World Cup 2022 and the opener looked confident in the press meet held on October 15, Saturday. Amid all this, the Indian skipper hit the headlines on Sunday after spotting a young talent among other kids and calling him for team India’s net session.
Drushil Chauhan, who was having a great time in WACA Perth, was spotted by Rohit and even got to bowl at the Indian skipper in the nets. The opener, who was impressed with the 11-year-old youngster, asked how he would play for team India if he stayed in Perth. However, Drushil replied that he will make it to India once he gets better with his bowling.
“You stay in Perth; how are you going to play for India?” the skipper asked 11-year-old Drushil. “I am going to go to India when I’ll be good enough,” the kid replied.
This is such a heart-warming story. Drushil was spotted among 50 other kids on a Sunday morning and it was the start of a fairytale journey. #TeamIndia https://t.co/6PiWbFhNsc pic.twitter.com/J49W23qhwP
— Moulin (@Moulinparikh) October 16, 2022
Surya can be our X-Factor: Rohit
Speaking of the World Cup campaign in the press conference on Saturday, the 35-year-old said that Suryakumar Yadav might be India’s X-factor going into the tournament. The right-handed batter added that his men would play with aggressive intent and would look to attack the opponents right from the start.
“Surya can be our X-Factor. Hope he can continue his great form. He is a very confident player and he has confidence and momentum by his side currently,” said Rohit in the press conference. “Teams have become fearless and we’re looking to adopt the same approach. 140 used to be a winning total back then but now teams aim to reach there in 14-15 overs,” he added.
“I already have my XI for the Pakistan match. Already those players are informed. I don’t believe in a last-minute thing. I want them to prepare well. We understand the importance of India vs Pakistan match but there is no point in talking every time, even when we met during Asia Cup, we keep talking about the families, which cars do you have,” said the opening batter on India - Pakistan clash.
Let us take a look at some of the tweets that fans came up with after the captain's gesture:
Very good Mr. captain @ImRo45 @BCCI https://t.co/Mk0SyrUUT1
— sonal Rajput (@sonalkumar505) October 16, 2022
Great gesture ❤❤🤩. Now bring wc home
— KR Amit (@iamitamu) October 16, 2022
Great gesture by Captain 👏👏
— 😎 (@cricmahi7) October 16, 2022
Talent recognizes Talent 🔥
— Kaygee18 (@Kaygee1803) October 16, 2022
This is beautiful ❤️.
— ishan mandal (@thisishanmandal) October 16, 2022
How confidently he is speaking.. He looks like a so mature and have a good understanding of the game. And also he looks like a good communicator..
— Smp Santoshhh mohann Phukannn (@SmpPhukan) October 16, 2022
Lots of blessings to this little one❤
Ek hi toh ❤️ h Rohit bhai kitni baar jeetoge 😍 Such a lovely video, made my day 😇 You're an amazing human being @ImRo45 and I'm proud to be #TeamIndia and your fan ☺️ https://t.co/eCfkd1USZZ
— Aayush Agrawal (@crazycricfan45) October 16, 2022
Great gesture by Captain @ImRo45 😍 https://t.co/lS43hcF3s3
— Aneesh Singh (@Aneesh0123) October 16, 2022
ROHIT SHARMA has heart of gold. Gem of a human.
— David (@CricketFreakD1) October 16, 2022