Rohit Sharma, the renowned Indian cricketer, is setting his sights on winning the 2023 One Day International (ODI) World Cup with the full support of the home crowd. India last claimed the ODI World Cup title in 2011 on home soil, with MS Dhoni leading the team to victory.
Expressing his excitement and anticipation for the upcoming tournament, Rohit Sharma stated, I’ve never seen it so close. Even when we won in 2011, I was not part of the squad. But yeah, it looks beautiful, so many memories behind the trophy as well, the past, the history. Yeah, so, it looks beautiful and hopefully we can lift it, fingers crossed.
As the much-anticipated event is set to kick off on October 5th, matches will be held across 10 venues in India. Rohit Sharma is confident that every ground will be filled with an enthusiastic and supportive crowd. He acknowledged the significance of the World Cup returning to India after a gap of 12 years, making it a highly anticipated event for cricket lovers in the country.
Reflecting on previous World Cups, Sharma spoke about India’s journey in 2003, when they reached the final but fell short of ultimate victory. He also mentioned the disappointment of the 2007 World Cup, where India failed to progress beyond the league stage. However, the 2011 World Cup holds special memories for Sharma, as he watched every match and expressed mixed emotions of being both disappointed as a spectator but proud of the team’s performance.
In the subsequent World Cups in 2015 and 2019, Sharma had the opportunity to play and contribute to the team’s efforts. India’s campaigns in these tournaments were notable, reaching the semi-finals but ultimately failing to secure a spot in the finals. Sharma himself performed remarkably in the 2019 edition, amassing five centuries.
With the upcoming ODI World Cup being hosted in India, Rohit Sharma believes that the tremendous support from the home crowd will play a crucial role in the team’s success. He eagerly anticipates playing at all the venues and is confident in India’s chances of lifting the trophy once again.
As the Indian cricket team prepares for the 2023 ODI World Cup, Rohit Sharma’s determination and aspirations alongside the support of the home crowd could prove to be a winning combination. The stage is set for an exciting tournament, full of skilled performances and passionate support from fans across the country. The countdown to October 5th has begun, and all eyes will be on India as they aim to reclaim the coveted title on their home turf.
