Looking forward to massive support during World Cup at home: Rohit Sharma

The anticipation for the ODI World Cup 2023 is reaching fever pitch. The prestigious Trophy Tour continues its global journey, captivating the hearts of fans around the world. The picturesque shores of Barbados witnessed the trophy’s arrival recently, leaving fans and players alike in awe of its magnificence.

Led by the captain Rohit Sharma, the Indian team had the privilege of getting a first-hand look at the silverware. An experience that served as a catalyst for the build-up to the highly anticipated marquee tournament that will get underway in India from October 5th – November 19th, 2023. With every visit, the Trophy Tour is leaving an indelible mark, signifying the incredible global appeal of the World Cup. As the excitement builds and the anticipation grows, all eyes will be on that One Day, where cricketing glory awaits the nation that will lift the Trophy.

Speaking to ICC, Rohit Sharma expressed how he had never seen the trophy so closely before, even though he missed being part of the victorious squad in 2011. He said:

“I’ve never seen it so close. Even when we won in 2011, I was not part of the squad. But yeah, it looks beautiful, so many memories behind the trophy as well, the past, the history. Yeah, so, it looks beautiful and hopefully we can lift it, fingers crossed.”

Every venue that we will be travelling to will get massive support: Rohit Sharma

“I know for a fact that every ground, every venue that we will be travelling to will get massive support. You know, it’s the World Cup, so everyone is looking forward to this and the World Cup coming back to India after 12 years… you know 2011 was the last time we played a 50-over World Cup. We played a 20-over World Cup in 2016 but a 50-over World Cup after 12 years in the country, people are quite excited and we can see the buzz already back home. I’ll be looking forward to playing in all venues. They all have their own charm and specialty, so I would like to embrace that.”