It was an evening of emotion, legacy, and heartfelt tributes at the Wankhede Stadium as the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) officially unveiled the Rohit Sharma Stand honouring one of Mumbai’s finest cricketing sons. But amid the cheers, applause, and camera flashes, what truly moved hearts was a quiet, tearful moment Ritika Sajdeh, Rohit Sharma’s wife, was seen holding back tears as her husband’s name lit up the iconic stadium.A video now going viral captures Ritika in the stands, visibly emotional as the Divecha Pavilion Level 3 was officially renamed after the India and Mumbai Indians captain. The moment wasn’t just a tribute to Rohit’s cricketing journey, it was a culmination of years of dedication, sacrifice, and support behind the scenes.From Borivali’s bylanes to the world’s grandest cricketing stages, Rohit Sharma’s rise has been spectacular. But through every high and heartbreak, Ritika has stood by him from his career-defining double centuries to the heartbreaks of World Cup exits. Her teary-eyed reaction encapsulated the personal side of this professional triumph.Quiz: Who’s that IPL player?As tributes poured in including a moving Instagram post from teammate and close friend Suryakumar Yadav it became clear this wasn’t just about a name on a stand. It was about what Rohit represents: consistency, calm, class and the people who’ve journeyed with him, quietly in the background.
Surya’s message read:“Congratulations @rohitsharma45 on achieving incredible things on the cricket ground, from finisher to opener to our captain, you have been an inspiration and our pride, in every role.Very rarely comes a leader who leads from the front, and changes the game for better. You are that leader, who has changed not just the game, but the approach, the attitude, the dressing room atmosphere, the team and redefined the role of a captain.Like I have said before, good things happen to good people, and you deserve it all and more. Wankhede just got even more iconic..”Also present was MI owner Akash Ambani, who called Rohit’s honour “a moment that will inspire an entire generation.”With over 19,700 international runs, 49 centuries, a 2024 T20 World Cup title, and five IPL championships, Rohit’s cricketing stats are monumental but it was Ritika’s silent tears that perhaps spoke loudest. A reminder that behind every great athlete is a story of partnership, perseverance, and unconditional love.
