"15 Years In My Favourite Jersey": Rohit Sharma's Special Message On Anniversary Of India Debut
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Rohit Sharma played his first match for Team India against Ireland during a One-Day International in Belfast on June 23, 2007
On this day 15 years ago, India captain Rohit Sharma made his international debut. The 35-year-old played his first match for Team India against Ireland during a One-Day International in Belfast on June 23, 2007. On completing 15 years in international cricket, Rohit took to social media and shared a special message on this milestone occasion. Rohit thanked his everyone who has been part of this journey, adding that he'll cherish this journey for the rest of his life. 15 years in my favourite jersey pic.twitter.com/ctT3ZJzbPc
"15 years in my favourite jersey Hello everyone. Today I'll be completing 15 years of international cricket since I made my debut for India. What a journey it has been, surely one that I'll cherish for the rest of my life," Rohit said in an official statement.
"I just want to thank everyone who has been part of this journey and a special thanks for the people who helped me become the player that I am today," he added.
"To all the cricket lovers, fans and critics your love and support for the team is what gets us over those hurdles we all inevitably come across. Thanking you, RS," he concluded.
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