In a touching gesture before the IPL 2024 match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Mumbai Indians, Sachin Tendulkar, the cricket legend, presented Rohit Sharma, the former captain of MI, with a special jersey. This event marked Rohit's 200th match for the Mumbai Indians franchise.
Rohit Sharma is widely regarded as one of the most successful captains in IPL history and has been an essential member of the Mumbai Indians squad for over a decade. Under his leadership, the team has won an impressive five IPL titles. As Rohit achieved the remarkable milestone of 200 matches, Tendulkar's gesture added a special touch to the occasion.
A special moment to mark a landmark occasion 😃
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Rohit Sharma is presented with a special commemorative jersey by none other than the legendary Sachin Tendulkar on the occasion of his 200th IPL Match for @mipaltan 👏👏#TATAIPL | #SRHvMI | @ImRo45 | @sachin_rt pic.twitter.com/iFEH8Puvr7
As Rohit Sharma wore the special jersey, it was a moment of honour and celebration for both the player and the Mumbai Indians franchise.
Sachin Tendulkar presented the special jersey, symbolising not only recognition of Rohit's achievement but also a passing of the torch from one legend to another.