India Untold

The Star Captain of the Incredible India Men’s National Cricket Team

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2023 World Cup

Captain Rohit Sharma played a crucial role as the Indian men’s cricket team reached the finals in the 2023 World Cup.
 

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The challenges

Rohit Sharma experienced a time when financial constraints put his cricket career on hold. 
 

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Rohit Sharma was 12 years old during the 1999 World Cup

His family collected funds and sent him to a cricket camp in Borivali, Mumbai. 
 

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Rohit Sharma’s father used to work in a warehouse of a transport firm

The income was limited and the family experienced financial hardships. 
 

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Living with relatives

Rohit Sharma spent most of his time living at his grandfather and uncle’s house. 
 

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A turning point

Rohit Sharma played a match against Swami Vivekananda International School, and showcased his impressive performance.
 

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Support

Impressed by Rohit Sharma’s performance, the school coach Dinesh Lad recommended him for a scholarship. 
 

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Help from coach

The coach told the school principal about Rohit Sharma’s exceptional performance. He also urged the owner to relieve him from the school fees. 
 

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Recognition

Rohit Sharma made the highlights after he played an unbeaten inning of 140 runs in his first match. 
 

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Presently, Rohit Sharma is the captain of Indian cricket team

His captaincy led the team to the final match of the 2023 World Cup.

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