Star Indian batter Rohit Sharma was at his jovial best during the CEAT Cricket Rating Awards 2025 in Mumbai, where a mimicry artist left the audience in splits by imitating MS Dhoni—an act that quickly went viral. Seated beside his wife Ritika Sajdeh, Rohit couldn’t contain his laughter, often glancing at Ritika as she shook her head in amusement. While several cricketing legends were mimicked, it was Dhoni’s impression and Rohit’s reaction that captured the audience’s attention.
Amid the lighthearted moments, Rohit also reflected on India’s remarkable resurgence following the heartbreak of the 2023 ODI World Cup. He credited Rahul Dravid and the collective mindset of the team for India’s back-to-back ICC triumphs, including the 2024 T20 World Cup and the 2025 Champions Trophy.
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“Look, I love that team, loved playing with them, and it’s been a journey we’ve all been part of for many years. It wasn’t about one or two years of work; it was about years of effort. We came so close to winning many times but couldn’t cross the line. That’s when everyone decided we needed to do things differently,” Rohit Sharma said.
Rohit Sharma enjoying MS Dhoni’s mimicry 😅😅 pic.twitter.com/6lTswZQ3oh
— Amit Gupta (@amitgupta1255) October 9, 2025
This appearance marked Rohit’s first public outing since being relieved of India’s ODI captaincy, with Shubman Gill now leading the side and Shreyas Iyer appointed vice-captain ahead of the Australia tour. Despite the leadership change, Rohit remains a vital part of the squad alongside Virat Kohli.
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Fans and media also noticed Rohit looking fitter and leaner, signaling his preparation and commitment for the upcoming white-ball series in Australia. “I love playing against Australia. I love going there; people in Australia love cricket a lot,” Rohit added, underscoring his enduring passion for the game and readiness to contribute to India’s ambitions.
