Even though Indian opener Rohit Sharma was full of talent since the beginning of his international career, the Maharashtra batsman discovered the best way to channelize his ability when he was promoted up the order in the Indian cricket team. In the backdrop of India’s second Champions Trophy title in 2013, Rohit found his form continued to impress in the ODI series against Australia. The right-handed batsman scored two centuries, including 209, only the third double in One Day International cricket. Following the remarkable outing, he didn’t just improve as a batsman but developed some leadership skills within his dynamic personality. In the Indian Premier League (IPL), Rohit remains the most successful skipper as he has led Mumbai Indians to the title thrice in the cash-rich league. Under the captaincy of Rohit, Mumbai have lifted the IPL trophy in 2013, 2015 and 2017.
Read MoreKohli is presently the Indian skipper across formats besides also being the captain of IPL franchise Royal Challengers Bangalore. Rohit, meanwhile, has been his deputy in limited-overs cricket besides also beint the captain of Mumbai Indians.
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Deepak Chahar, who has played under all three - Dhoni, Rohit and Kohli, talked about the difference in their styles of captaincy.
Several sportspersons, including the likes of Virat Kohli, Saina Nehwal, Sunil Chhetri and others, have expressed shock and anguish over the incident.
Hogg on his Youtube show was asked to name the better batsman between Kohli and Rohit in the white-ball cricket.
There weren't any big surprises in any of his selection with four players from Mumbai Indians, two each from Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bangalore, and one apiece from Kolkata Knight Riders, Kings XI Punjab and Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Robin Uthappa heaped praise on Indian captain Virat Kohli, insisting that it is 'phenomenal' to see him excel in each format with consistency.
Kumar Sangakkara heaped praise on the duo of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, calling them the 'defining pair' of modern-day cricket.
India's wicketkeeper-batsman Dinesh Karthik celebrates his 35th birthday on Monday.
While Rohit's name has been sent for India's highest sporting honour, Ishant Sharma, Shikhar Dhawan and Deepti Sharma have been nominated for Arjuna Awards.
India successfully chased down 329 with Kohli smashing his career-best 183 off 148 deliveries. Rohit scored 68 off 83 while Sachin Tendulkar scored 52.
Rohit Sharma has been nominated by the BCCI for the country's highest sporting honour - the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna.
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Statistically speaking, Rohit has a better record as a captain in IPL both in terms of number of titles and win percentages
Laxman recalled how Rohit, despite being a youngster then, grew in stature and became a valuable member of the high-profile Chargers squad.
England all-rounder Ben Stokes recalled the group game against India in the 2019 World Cup, where Virat Kohli's men fell short by 31 runs.
The light-hearted banter often took centre stage and ace India batsman Rohit Sharma pulling wrist spinner Yuzvendra Chahal's leg has been one of them.
In his first five Test matches as an opener last year, which also marked his return to the format, Rohit slammed three centuries one of which is a double ton scored against South Africa at home.
Atul Wassan also reckons that while Kohli has been phenomenal in Tests, he should also lead the ODI side until the next World Cup.
Rohit also mentioned that sports behind closed doors will make athletes understand the importance of fans who actually make the sport look glamorous.
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