Indian cricket team's skipper, Rohit Sharma, has broken his silence after Team India's heart-wrenching loss in the Cricket World Cup 2023 final against Australia. In a candid conversation on social media, Rohit Sharma candidly shared his struggle in dealing with the defeat, admitting the immense difficulty in moving past the heartache.
Despite an impressive winning streak of 10 matches during the tournament, India faced a stunning defeat in the final, courtesy of Travis Head's exceptional century in Ahmedabad. Since the conclusion of the World Cup, Rohit refrained from social media and even opted out of subsequent ODI and T20I assignments against South Africa.
In his heartfelt chat, Rohit Sharma revealed his initial struggle to come to terms with the final loss, acknowledging the tremendous support he received from family and friends during this trying time. He expressed the challenges of digesting the defeat, especially given the immense significance of the 50-over World Cup, an event he had dreamt of winning.
Reflecting on the team's performance, Rohit commended the outstanding gameplay throughout the tournament, emphasizing that despite the loss, the team's efforts were commendable. He touched upon the pride and joy the team's performance brought to spectators, admitting the difficulty in recovering from the defeat.
Acknowledging the support and encouragement received from fans and spectators, Rohit Sharma expressed gratitude for the appreciation and understanding shown by people who empathized with the team's efforts. He confessed to feeling disappointment but also found solace in the overwhelming love and support from the cricket-loving community.
Despite the setback, Rohit Sharma acknowledged the motivation derived from the unwavering support of fans and vowed to regroup and strive for future victories, fueled by the aspiration of attaining another 'ultimate prize.'
