Rohit Sharma Stand Inaugurated by his Parents, Know All About Ticket Price and Location

It was an emotional outing for India's ODI Captain and a modern-day cricketing stalwart, Rohit Gurunath Sharma. He seemed a little moved as he saw his parents press the button to unveil the Rohit Sharma Stand at the iconic Wankhede Stadium alongside the Maharashtra Chief Minister, Devendra Fadnavis. He was not just a cricketing superstar at this moment, he was a proud son who was grateful for the sacrifices his parents made for him.

Rohit Sharma Stand Inauguration

It is one of the biggest honours for a player to represent their country at the highest stage, and to get a stand named after them on their home ground is just something so surreal, which only that player can express. The Rohit Sharma Stand in Wankhede Stadium is a testament to his glorious cricket career, and to pay tribute to all his illustrious efforts for the country and the state, organized by the Mumbai Cricket Association.

Rohit walked his parents onto the stage for the ultimate honour of pressing the button and unveiling his stand. His parents, Mr. Gurunath Sharma and Mrs. Poornima Sharma, were looking teary-eyed, as this was a moment of great respect for the proud parents. His wife, Ritika Sajdeh, stood beside him during the entire inauguration, soaking in the moment with a fulfilling smile.

A total of three stands and an MCA Office Lounge were inaugurated by the Maharashtra CM, Devendra Fadnavis. Alongside the Rohit Sharma Stand, two other stands were inaugurated, one was of the former Indian Captain, Ajit Wadekar, and the other one was of former BCCI president, Sharad Pawar.

“It will be special when I represent the country here”, Hitman Expresses His Views During the Ceremony

It must be a very special and memorable day for the 38-year-old ODI Captain, getting a stand named after him in the presence of his entire family. He has mentioned before that this is like a dream come true for him to have the Rohit Sharma Stand in Wankhede Stadium. The place where it all began, the stadium in which he always dreamt of playing. In a conversation with ANI, Hitman said:

His statements have clearly expressed his interest in playing for the country in the ODI format and to have a match in the Wankhede Stadium. Rohit further added,

Location and Ticket Price of Rohit Sharma Stand

The MCA has honoured Rohit Sharma with the very first ticket to The Rohit Sharma Stand. He will be featuring in the clash between the Mumbai Indians and the Delhi Capitals on 21 May 2025, in the Wankhede Stadium. The stand is at level 3 and block A from Gate 7.

The fare for a ticket in the Rohit Sharma Stand is Rs 999. Price may vary on the basis of seating arrangements. The fans are elated and are looking forward to the match between the Mumbai Indians and the Delhi Capitals to see their idol smashing a six in the stand named after him.