Gurunath Sharma
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Rohit Sharma Verified
"Hitman"
Indian cricketer and captain
Age
39
Hometown
Bansod, Nagpur, Maharashtra
Born
April 30, 1987
Biography & Physical Stats
Biography
Rohit Sharma is one of the finest batsmen in modern cricket, admired for his stylish stroke play and remarkable consistency. He was born on April 30, 1987, in Nagpur and raised in Mumbai, where he developed his passion for cricket at a young age. Despite facing financial challenges, his talent earned him opportunities in school and domestic cricket.
Rohit made his international debut in 2007 and gained early recognition as part of the Indian team that won the ICC T20 World Cup 2007 under MS Dhoni. However, his career took a major turn in 2013 when he was promoted to open the innings in ODIs, a move that transformed him into a prolific run-scorer.
He holds the unique record of scoring three double centuries in One Day Internationals, including the highest individual score of 264 runs. Rohit is also a successful captain of Mumbai Indians, leading them to multiple IPL titles. Known as the “Hitman,” Rohit Sharma continues to inspire millions with his calm leadership and extraordinary batting achievements.
- Height
- 175cm
- Weight
- 72kg
- Eye Color
- Dark Brown
- Hair Color
- Black
- Build
- Slim
- Zodiac Sign
- Taurus
- Education
- Swami Vivekanand International School, Mumbai
- Religion
- Hinduism
- Food Habits
- Vegetarian
- Hobbies
- Traveling, watching movies, playing video games, wildlife conservation
Family Members
Purnima Sharma
Mother
Vishal Sharma
Brother
Ritika Sajdeh
Spouse
Samaira Sharma
Daughter
Career Timeline
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International Debut
Rohit Sharma made his debut for India and was part of the ICC T20 World Cup 2007 winning squad. He showed early promise with calm batting and played a key role in India’s historic triumph on the global stage. -
Became ODI Opener
Promoted as an opener, Rohit transformed his career completely. He began scoring big runs consistently and soon became one of the most dangerous opening batsmen in world cricket with remarkable performances. -
Record 264 Runs in ODI
Rohit Sharma created history by scoring 264 runs in a single ODI innings, the highest individual score ever. This incredible knock showcased his dominance, patience, and ability to play long innings. -
IPL Success with Mumbai Indians
As captain of Mumbai Indians, Rohit led the team to IPL victory, proving his leadership skills and ability to perform under pressure in major tournaments. -
World Cup Heroics
In the ICC Cricket World Cup 2019, Rohit scored five centuries, the most by any player in a single edition, establishing himself as one of the greatest ODI batsmen of all time. -
Became India Captain (All Formats)
Rohit Sharma was appointed captain of the Indian team across all formats, marking a new leadership era with his calm approach and strategic mindset guiding the team forward.
Achievements & Awards
2015
Arjuna Award
Honored by the Government of India for outstanding performance in cricket, recognizing Rohit’s consistent contributions and growing impact as a top international batsman.
2019
ICC ODI Cricketer of the Year
Awarded for his exceptional performance, including five centuries in the ICC Cricket World Cup, making him the standout player of the tournament.
2020
Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award
India’s highest sporting honor, given for his remarkable achievements and record-breaking performances across formats.
2021
ICC ODI Team of the Year
Selected as a key player due to his consistent excellence and leadership in limited-overs cricket.