The Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai celebrated its golden jubilee with a star-studded event, bringing together cricketing legends who have etched their names into the venue’s storied history. The evening was a heartfelt tribute to Wankhede’s illustrious legacy, featuring iconic players like Sunil Gavaskar, Sachin Tendulkar, Ravi Shastri, Rohit Sharma, and Ajinkya Rahane.
The gathering saw these luminaries share cherished memories and anecdotes from their careers, many of which were shaped at this iconic venue. In a lighthearted moment, Ravi Shastri, known for his dynamic presence on and off the field, chose a seat on the far-left corner of the stage upon his arrival.
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When Rohit Sharma joined later, the Indian skipper requested Shastri to move to the centre, a thoughtful gesture that won over fans on social media. It was a simple yet endearing act, highlighting Rohit’s warmth and respect for the cricketing greats who paved the way for the current generation.
Ravi Shastri was sitting in the corner but Rohit Sharma requested him to sit in the middle at Wankhade during event.🥹❤️
Oh captain my captain @ImRo45 🐐🫡 pic.twitter.com/fINRfxctff
— 𝐑𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐢𝐢⁴⁵ (@rushiii_12) January 19, 2025
The event also featured a hilarious interaction with Rohit. Seated between Sachin Tendulkar and Ajinkya Rahane, he was approached by a young fan seeking an autograph. To Rohit’s surprise, the fans ignored the other legends and focused solely on him. After signing the fan’s bat and offering a fist bump, Rohit watched in amused embarrassment as the youngster jogged off without reciprocating.
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Ajinkya Rahane burst into laughter, and moments later, the fan returned to complete the fist bump, drawing smiles from everyone present. For Rohit, Wankhede holds a special place in his heart. A Maharashtra native and a cornerstone of the Mumbai Indians franchise, he has delivered some of his finest performances at this historic ground, earning immense admiration from local fans.
🤜𝗖𝗢𝗥𝗘 𝗠𝗘𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗬🤛#Wankhede50 #MumbaiMeriJaan #MumbaiIndians pic.twitter.com/slTsOgg8WT
— Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) January 19, 2025
Amid the festivities, Rohit’s recent batting form has been a topic of discussion, especially following the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. With a crucial Ranji Trophy game for Mumbai starting on January 23, Rohit aims to regain his rhythm and prepare for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, as the cricket world eagerly watches his progress.
