IPL 2025: Jasprit Bumrah, Suryakumar Yadav, And Others Pay Tribute To Rohit Sharma As 'Hitman' Gets His Own Stand At Wankhede Stadium; Video

In a proud and emotional moment for Indian cricket, Mumbai’s iconic Wankhede Stadium has named a stand after legendary batter Rohit Sharma, popularly known as the 'Hitman.' This tribute recognizes Rohit’s immense contributions to Indian and Mumbai cricket over the years.

The decision by the Mumbai Cricket Association was met with widespread admiration from players across the cricketing spectrum. Many current and former Indian stars shared their appreciation for Rohit’s achievements and legacy, including Hardik Pandya, Suryakumar Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Shreyas Iyer, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Abhishek Nayar.

The Rohit Sharma Stand at Wankhede is now a lasting symbol of the impact he has had on Indian cricket — not just as a player, but as a leader and role model. With this honor, Rohit joins an elite list of cricketers immortalized at one of cricket’s most historic venues.

Rohit Sharma's illustrious cricketing career

Rohit, recently announced his retirement from Test cricket. He bowed out with 4,301 runs and 12 centuries ending his red-ball journey on his terms, ahead of India’s upcoming tour of England.

In the ongoing IPL 2025 season, Rohit has 300 runs in 11 innings at a strike rate of 152.28 and an average of 30. The 38-year-old opener is still setting the pace at the top of the order for Mumbai Indians, who are set to resume their campaign at home against Delhi Capitals on May 21.

Across formats, Rohit's legacy is nothing short of legendary. With nearly 20,000 international runs and 49 centuries, including the highest individual ODI score of 264, his journey has been a blend of explosive talent and enduring consistency.