Rohit Sharma’s first reaction after receiving Padma Shri, expressed his happiness in just 25 words

Delhi: Indian batsman Rohit Sharma was honored with Padma Shri by President Draupadi Murmu on Tuesday, June 23. Rohit has received this honor for making invaluable contribution to Indian cricket. Now Rohit’s first reaction has come after receiving this award. Rohit has expressed his happiness by sharing a special post on social media.

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Rohit expressed his happiness in just 25 words

The date of 23rd June became memorable for Rohit. On this day, Rohit made his international debut for India. On the same date, Rohit has been honored with Padma Shri. Expressing his happiness on this occasion, Rohit wrote on Instagram, “23rd June has brought all kinds of happiness for me. 19 years ago, on this day, my journey started by wearing the India cap. Today another proud chapter has been added to the story of my life.”

23rd June bringing all kinds of magic

19 years ago, it began with an India cap.
Today, another proud chapter is added to the story. pic.twitter.com/WCiILcc7M3

— Rohit Sharma (@ImRo45) June 23, 2026

Rohit’s brilliant international career

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Rohit’s international career has been brilliant. Rohit has retired from Test and T20 International. Rohit is now seen playing only ODIs for India. During this period, while playing for India in T20, Rohit has scored 4231 runs in 159 matches at an average of 31.34 and strike rate of around 141. Rohit has scored 32 half-centuries and five centuries in this format. Talking about Test, Rohit scored 4301 runs in 67 Test matches at an average of around 41. 18 half-centuries and 12 centuries came from his bat.

Rohit’s best performance has been in ODIs. Rohit has played 285 ODIs for India so far. During this period, Rohit has scored 11720 runs at an average of about 49. Rohit has scored 62 half-centuries and 33 centuries in this format.