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Rohit Sharma Turns 35, Virat Kohli And Others Extend Greetings On Social Media

India skipper Rohit Sharma is celebrating his 35th birthday on Saturday and wishes are pouring in for the 'Hitman' on social media. Rohit is regarded as one of the modern-day greats and has the highest individual score in ODIs. Rohit also has three double centuries to his name in the 50-over format. The batter is now leading the country in all three formats of the game and is also the most successful captain in the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL), having won the title with Mumbai Indians five times.

"Elon Musk, Please Buy...": Shubman Gill Makes A Request, Tweet Goes Viral

Shubman Gill on Friday night broke the internet with one tweet that quickly went viral. In his tweet, the Indian cricketer reached out to billionaire and Tesla CEO Elon Musk, requesting him to purchase food ordering and delivery platform 'Swiggy'. "Elon musk, please buy swiggy so they can deliver on time," wrote Shubman Gill. The official support handle of the platform -- Swiggy Cares -- sent out two replies to the cricketer on his tweet, first asking him to share the details of his order via a direct message (DM).

"Outstanding Face Of League So Far": Sourav Ganguly Hails India's Rising Star

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is about to enter its business end and so far, there have been many memorable performances. Rajasthan Royals batter Jos Buttler has already registered three centuries while Lucknow Super Giants skipper KL Rahul has also shown good form with the bat. Kuldeep Yadav and Yuzvendra Chahal are the leading two wicket-takers in this ongoing season. However, Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) President Sourav Ganguly has named a young pacer as the "outstanding face of the league so far."

"He Legitimised The Slower Ball": Harshal Patel On India Great

Harshal Patel has been playing in IPL for close to a decade now but he became a household name last season as he finished IPL 2021 with 32 wickets while playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore and also won the Purple Cap. Harshal has since made his Team India debut in T20 internationals and looks to be in the race to get a berth in the Indian team for the upcoming T20 World Cup later this year.

"Could Be Walking Into The Indian Team": Ravi Shastri Makes Big Prediction For Young Pacer

Ravi Shastri knows a thing or two for identifying young talent, especially if it's a pacer. For, it was during his tenure as Indian cricket team head coach that Jasprit Bumrah was fast-tracked into the Test team. Under him and Virat Kohli, then the national team captain, India formed a marvellous pace combination that was among the best in the world. Though Shastri has currently moved on from his role as India coach, he is still on the lookout for fresh talents. And, he has identified one very special player who can make it to the national team very soon.

This "Future Legend" Is "Right Guy To Lead Indian Test Team": Yuvraj Singh

Virat Kohli stepped down from India's Test captaincy this year and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) appointed Rohit Sharma as his successor, with pacer Jasprit Bumrah taking over the role of vice-captain. But former India star Yuvraj Singh feels the national selectors should appoint Rishabh Pant as India's next Test skipper. Speaking to Sports18, he explained, "You must get someone ready. Like Mahi became captain out of nowhere but they made him, right! Then he evolved".

"7 Bloody Calls": Ravi Shastri Narrates Story Behind Becoming India's Team Director In 2014

Before Ravi Shastri's tenure as the head coach of the Indian men's cricket team, which saw them register two Test series wins in Australia and take a 2-1 lead in England before the final match was postponed by a year, he was also the director of the team - first, for a brief stint in 2007 and then for two years starting in 2014. Speaking to The Guardian, he revealed how he was on commentary duty when the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) contacted him and asked him to take over as India's team director from the very next day in 2014.

When Virat Kohli Made Space For Viv Richards' Luggage By "Removing His Own Bag"

Virat Kohli has managed to impress many former cricketers with his domination with a bat in hand over the years. Kohli has been regarded by many greats and legends of the game as one of the best batters of the current generation. This long list included Windies great Sir Vivian Richards, who has often praised Kohli for his batting, leadership and attitude on the field, several times in the past.

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Rohit Sharma Turns 35, Virat Kohli And Others Extend Greetings On Social Media

"Elon Musk, Please Buy...": Shubman Gill Makes A Request, Tweet Goes Viral

"Outstanding Face Of League So Far": Sourav Ganguly Hails India's Rising Star

"He Legitimised The Slower Ball": Harshal Patel On India Great

"Could Be Walking Into The Indian Team": Ravi Shastri Makes Big Prediction For Young Pacer

This "Future Legend" Is "Right Guy To Lead Indian Test Team": Yuvraj Singh

"7 Bloody Calls": Ravi Shastri Narrates Story Behind Becoming India's Team Director In 2014

When Virat Kohli Made Space For Viv Richards' Luggage By "Removing His Own Bag"