‘Rollercoaster of emotions’: Ritika in tears as Rohit Sharma stand is unveiled at Wankhede | WATCH

In a poignant moment that marked the end of an era, Indian cricket star Rohit Sharma has announced his retirement from Test cricket. The 37-year-old confirmed his decision via a heartfelt Instagram post, informing fans that he would no longer don the whites for India. While Rohit continues to captain the Indian ODI team, this announcement signals a significant transition in his illustrious career.

However, it was Rohit’s wife, Ritika Sajdeh, who captured the spotlight during Friday’s felicitation ceremony held at Mumbai’s iconic Wankhede Stadium. The event was organised to honour the cricketer by naming a stand after him — a gesture that visibly moved Ritika, who was seen overcome with pride and emotion.

The unveiling ceremony of the “Rohit Sharma Stand” at Level 3 of the Divecha Pavilion at Wankhede witnessed several touching moments. As Rohit invited his wife and parents to the dais, Ritika was seen teary-eyed, wiping her face discreetly behind Rohit’s father to avoid public attention. Her heartfelt reaction was widely shared on social media, with many expressing admiration for her support and emotional involvement. Comments like “Wish I had a wife like her” were common across platforms, showcasing the deep impact her gesture had on fans.

Also present at the ceremony were members of Rohit’s IPL team, Mumbai Indians, along with his parents. In a symbolic act, Rohit’s mother and father together pressed the buzzer that officially inaugurated the newly named stand. It was a proud and memorable occasion for the Sharma family, especially for Ritika, for whom this appeared to be one of the most emotional and fulfilling moments of her life.

The ceremony was graced by several dignitaries including Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, NCP leader Sharad Pawar, and senior officials of the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA), all of whom gathered to pay tribute to one of India’s modern cricketing greats.

With the “Rohit Sharma Stand” now a permanent fixture at the Wankhede, the legacy of the Mumbai-born cricketer is etched not only in record books but also in the very structure of a stadium that witnessed many of his greatest moments.