Rohit Sharma: The Indian captain who lost cricket World Cup but won hearts - BBC News

Rohit Sharma led a cricket team that was undefeated until the final but couldn't cross the last hurdle.

1 day agoShareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Rohit Sharma was seen looking dejected after India lost the finalBy Vikas PandeyBBC News, DelhiMillions of Indians cried along with cricket captain Rohit Sharma on Sunday as he walked off the field, trying to hold back his tears.

His team had just lost the cricket World Cup final to Australia, prolonging India's painful wait for the glory since 2011.

This was arguably his best shot at winning the coveted trophy - he will be 40 years old in 2027, when the tournament will be held next.

In theory, Rohit could still play in the next World Cup and give it another try. But the pain of losing at home is likely to linger for a long time.

When India won the trophy in front of an overjoyed crowd in Mumbai in 2011, Rohit was not part of the team. He has been vocal about his disappointment at his exclusion at the time.