the return of Rohit Sharma Domestic cricket turned into a farce on Tuesday as fans in Jaipur welcomed the Indian star with deafening slogans. Rohit’s presence Vijay Hazare Trophy It was his first appearance in the tournament since 2018, instantly turning Mumbai’s opening match into a fan-driven celebration.
Fans raised slogans of ‘Mumbai Cha Raja’ for Rohit Sharma in Jaipur
The scene unfolded at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, where Mumbai is taking on Sikkim on December 24. As soon as Rohit reached the venue, hundreds of supporters gathered near the gate and practice areas. Soon, as he came near the boundary rope, supporters were heard chanting ‘Mumbai Cha Raja’ for Rohit. Social media was soon flooded with clips depicting the frenzy, underscoring Rohit’s unmatched popularity even domestically.
Here is the video:
As Rohit approached the boundary line for fielding, the fans chanted “Mumbai Cha Raja, Rohit Sharma”.๐ฅ
king of india cricket @ImRo45 pic.twitter.com/TjIun24vVi
– ๐๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ก๐ข๐ข๐ขโดโต (@Rushiii_12) 24 December 2025
Notably, Rohit’s participation comes in the wake of a recent BCCI directive asking centrally contracted players to participate in domestic white-ball competitions. The move is aimed at strengthening the domestic structure while keeping senior players match-ready. For fans, it has provided a rare opportunity to watch the greats of modern times compete in India’s premier domestic tournaments.
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Rohit’s limited performance for Mumbai
The huge turnout prompted officials to open the East Stand for free public admission. However, crowd management became a challenge on the eve of the match when fans reportedly surrounded Rohit during the practice session, forcing security personnel to intervene. Authorities have tightened arrangements to ensure the smooth conduct of the game.
While the excitement is palpable, Rohit’s stint in the tournament is expected to be brief. He is likely to play only Mumbai’s first two matches – against Sikkim on December 24 and Uttarakhand on December 26 – before focusing on international commitments. leading Mumbai Shardul ThakurRohit added invaluable experience to the top order.
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