NEW DELHI: Rohit Sharma marked his 39th birthday on Thursday, and while tributes poured in from across the cricket world, it was a deeply personal post from wife Ritika Sajdeh that set the tone for celebrations.
Key takeaways
- Ritika Sajdeh shared a birthday message for Rohit Sharma on Instagram as he turned 39.
- Mumbai Indians also joined the celebrations with a dressing-room video featuring Rohit cutting his birthday cake.
- Cricket figures and the BCCI highlighted Rohit’s career milestones, including 500-plus international appearances and more than 20,000 runs.
- Rohit’s leadership is credited with transforming Mumbai Indians into a title-winning force in the IPL, with five trophies under his captaincy.
- While he has stepped away from Tests and T20Is, he continues to play ODIs for India and remains a key presence in the IPL.
Ritika’s heartfelt birthday message goes viral
On Instagram, Ritika wrote a warm note to Rohit that quickly struck a chord with fans. She described him as her best friend and soulmate, and added that the joy of celebrating another year together is “no different” from before. Her post also reflected on the hope for “many more lifetimes” of shared moments.
The message, brimming with affection, spread rapidly online, offering followers a glimpse into the private side of one of India’s most recognisable cricketers.
Mumbai Indians celebrate in the dressing room
Celebrations were not limited to social media posts alone. Mumbai Indians shared a cheerful video from the dressing room, showing Rohit cutting his birthday cake with his teammates gathered around.
Ritika was also seen standing beside him during the moment. Players then smeared cake on Rohit’s face, turning the occasion into a light-hearted celebration. The clip gained fast traction among fans, who enjoyed the relaxed, candid atmosphere as Rohit shared laughs with the squad.
Tributes from across the cricket fraternity
Birthday wishes continued to arrive from across the wider cricket community. The Board of Control for Cricket in India drew attention to Rohit’s outstanding career, pointing to his 500-plus international appearances and a tally of over 20,000 runs, along with his achievements as a World Cup-winning captain.
Former opener Shikhar Dhawan also sent his regards, reminiscing about a successful partnership with Rohit. Suresh Raina praised him as “one of the finest to ever play the game,” while messages also came from Irfan Pathan and Mohammed Shami—reinforcing the respect Rohit commands across Indian cricket.
A growing legacy in international and franchise cricket
Rohit is widely seen as a modern force in white-ball cricket. Since making his debut in 2007, he has built a highly decorated career, including major ICC triumphs for India. Among those cited were the T20 World Cup in 2024 and the Champions Trophy in 2025, which further strengthened his reputation as an accomplished leader.
At the franchise level, his captaincy is often credited with reshaping Mumbai Indians into one of the most dominant outfits in IPL history. Under his leadership, the team lifted five titles, reflecting sustained success across seasons.
Even after stepping back from Tests and T20 Internationals, Rohit continues to represent India in ODIs. He also remains a central figure in the IPL, continuing to play a significant role for fans and franchises alike.
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