Title-Winning Rohit Sharma Retires from T20 Internationals

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Indian captain Rohit Sharma confirmed his retirement from T20 internationals after India's T20 World Cup 2024 victory in Barbados.

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In a thrilling final, India clinched the T20 World Cup title against South Africa, marking Rohit's last game in the format.

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Rohit shared the news at the post-match press conference, echoing Virat Kohli's earlier announcement of his T20I retirement.

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Reflecting on his T20I career, Rohit expressed his love for the format and satisfaction in ending on a high note with a World Cup win.

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He dedicated the World Cup triumph to coach Rahul Dravid, acknowledging his immense contributions to Indian cricket over the past decades.

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Rohit praised his players, particularly Virat Kohli, Arshdeep Singh, and Jasprit Bumrah, for their exceptional performances throughout the tournament.

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Feeling fortunate to lead such a talented squad, Rohit expressed gratitude and pride in his team's dedication and efforts.

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Rohit considered this World Cup win as one of the greatest moments of his career, emphasizing his strong desire to secure the trophy.

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He downplayed individual statistics, highlighting his focus on winning games and trophies for India as his ultimate achievement.

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As Rohit bids farewell to T20Is, he leaves behind a legacy of passion, leadership, and success, inspiring future generations of cricketers.

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India Clinches T20 World Cup in Thrilling Showdown Against SouthAfrica

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