Watch: Rohit Sharma’s heartwarming moment with Ashwin’s daughters after India’s win in Chennai
Xtra Time Web Desk: After India’s commanding 280-run victory over Bangladesh in the first Test at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai, on September 22, captain Rohit Sharma created a special moment off the field. Following the win, Rohit was seen interacting with Ravichandran Ashwin’s family, particularly his two young daughters. The heartwarming video of the Indian captain kneeling down to joyfully chat with Ashwin’s daughters has gone viral, winning fans’ hearts across social media.
Ashwin, who was awarded Player of the Match for his exceptional all-round performance, had a standout Test on his home turf. He scored 113 runs and took six wickets, playing a pivotal role in India’s triumph. After the match, Rohit Sharma heaped praise on the veteran all-rounder during the post-match presentation, stating, “Every time we look up to him, he's always there for us, whether with the bat or ball. He’s never out of the game.”
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Rohit also took the opportunity to laud wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant, who made a successful return to the longest format after two years, following his impressive performances in the IPL and World Cup. “He’s been through tough times, but his resilience has been amazing. This is the format he loves the most, and we always knew what he could do with both the bat and gloves,” Rohit said.
With this victory, India now leads the two-match series 1-0 and is one step closer to a clean sweep over Bangladesh. The second Test will take place at Green Park, Kanpur, on September 27.