ICC Cricket World Cup 2023: [WATCH] Rohit Sharma’s Response About Sachin’s Statue Gains Widespread Goes Viral

On November 2nd, cricket enthusiasts can anticipate an intense clash between the cricketing giants of India and Sri Lanka, set to unfold at the renowned Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. Before this highly anticipated India vs. Sri Lanka ODI World Cup showdown, Rohit Sharma, the captain of the Indian team, addressed the media in a press conference.

As the press conference neared its conclusion, Rohit was asked about his thoughts on the recently unveiled statue of the cricketing legend, Sachin Tendulkar, which had been revealed at the Wankhede Stadium on November 1st. In his characteristic style, Rohit responded, expressing that the team had indeed glimpsed the statue during their practice sessions, albeit from a distance.

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He playfully remarked on the media manager causing a slight delay, accompanied by a chuckle. Rohit shared his excitement about examining the statue up close and confessed he hadn’t yet determined which particular shot of Sachin’s it portrayed.

“What more can I say, they have made a statue of straight lofted shot. It’s nice, I hope you guys enjoyed it, we saw the statue, it’s fantastic.”

He concluded by praising the artistic endeavor, deeming it “fantastic.” The Indian team, led by Rohit Sharma, is poised for the match against Sri Lanka at Wankhede Stadium on November 2nd. India, often referred to as the “Men in Blue,” has dominated the tournament, securing victories against six formidable opponents. Their relentless pursuit of victory has placed them at the top of the tournament standings, with an impressive 12 points from six matches and a commendable net run rate of +1.405.

Sri Lanka, on the other hand, finds themselves languishing in the lower half of the table, struggling to find their form. With just two wins in six matches, they currently occupy the seventh spot on the points table, making their prospects of reaching the semi-finals appear increasingly slim.

Despite the injury setback to Hardik Pandya, India boasts impressive depth in their squad, with Mohammed Shami standing out with nine wickets in just two matches. This showcases India’s ability to rise to any challenge in the tournament, making them a formidable force on the cricketing stage. The clash between these two teams promises to be an exciting spectacle for cricket fans worldwide.

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