MUMBAI: Rohit Sharma, who made his India debut as early as 2007, is one of the most popular cricketers. 

His game has impressed the cricket freaks. He is the only cricketer in the world having three double centuries in one day international. The dashing right-handed opening batsman is an inspiration for many. 

For his contribution to the world of cricket, Rohit Sharma has been bestowed with prestigious awards such as Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna and Arjuna Award. 

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On the personal front, the famous sports personality is married to Ritika Sajdeh. Rohit Sharma and Ritika Sajdeh tied the knot in December 2015. They have a daughter, born in December 2018. They have named their daughter Samaira. 

Needless to say, Rohit Sharma enjoys a huge fan following. 

For the fans of Rohit Sharma, here’s an interesting fact. Did you know who Rohit Sharma’s ‘cricket crush’ was? 

While fans admire him and many have crush on him, Rohit Sharma had crush on someone, and he calls it ‘cricket crush’. And that person is none other than Yuvraj Singh. Yes, you read that right. 

Well, during an Instagram Live session with Yuvraj, Rohit had revealed that when he came to the Indian side, the former used to be his cricket crush. “When I came into the team, my cricket crush was Yuvraj Singh. I just wanted to talk to Yuvraj, I wanted to see how he prepares, the role that Yuvraj had, I had to essay the same role eventually in the middle order," said Rohit. 

Interesting, isn’t it? 

Stay tuned to this space for more updates. 

CREDITS: INDIATODAY 

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