Fresh from his blockbuster return in the shortest format when Afghanistan toured India, veteran Indian opener Rohit Sharma was confirmed as the leader of the Men In Blue for the 2024 edition of the ICC T20 World Cup.

Senior batter Rohit succeeded batting icon Virat Kohli after Team India misfired at the T20 World Cup, Rohit guided the Rahul Dravid-coached side to the semi-finals of the Australia spectacle.

After India's semi-final exit from the T20 World Cup, skipper Rohit led India to two ICC finals against Australia. India contested the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final against Pat Cummins and Co. at the Oval.

Four months later, Rohit's India collided with the mighty Australian side captained by pacer Cummins in the final of the ICC 50-over World Cup at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Confirmed to lead India in the 2024 World Cup, Rohit is backed by the Indian think tank to end the ICC trophy drought of the Asian giants.

Former India pacer on 'yaaro ka yaar' Rohit

Leading the Indian side in the ongoing ICC event, Rohit has propelled the home side to a series win over England. Talking about the Indian skipper ahead of the 5th Test against England, former India pacer Praveen Kumar revealed how Rohit has gained the loyalty and respect