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[Saba Sports News] Cricket’s ‘Hitman’, Rohit Sharma, not only captivates fans but also garners admiration from his peers, largely due to his caring demeanor towards teammates. This respect was evident during the IPL 2024 match between Mumbai Indians (MI) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), where West Indian all-rounder Romario Shepherd sought an autograph from Sharma, who happily complied. During the match, Sharma, originally slated as the Impact Player, did not play in the first innings, allowing him to watch from the balcony of Mumbai’s iconic Wankhede Stadium.
In related IPL 2024 news, MI’s captain Hardik Pandya chose to field first after winning the toss, citing Wankhede’s reputation as a favorable ground for chasing. He expressed confidence in the decision, which seemed vindicated as LSG faced early setbacks. Pandya emphasized the importance of playing with pride and the freedom to express themselves on the field.
“Chasing is better in Wankhede. It comes on nicer in the evening. It’s always about playing for the badge, playing for pride—all those words are important in the group. We know where we stand. But ending the season playing good cricket will always be appreciated. It gives us more freedom maybe to go out there and express ourselves,” Pandya explained during the toss.