Paralympic gold medalist Navdeep Singh chooses Rohit Sharma over two iconic Indian legends

The latest sporting sensation in India, Navdeep Singh, came to prominence after he clinched the gold medal at the men's javelin throw F41 category with an outstanding 47.32 m attempt in the final.

In a recent discussion, Navdeep, who won the laurel on September 7, was asked who among MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli is he a bigger fan of. In an unexpected response, Navdeep revealed his liking towards Indian skipper Rohit Sharma. He also revealed the time since which he started following the T20 World Cup-winning skipper. 

"Rohit Sharma. He plays very well. He had scored a double-century. What an innings that was! I’ve been his fan since then,” stated Navdeep, during a recent episode of Unplugged.

It is unclear which double ton was being referred by Navdeep. The current Test and ODI skipper of the Indian team has three to his name - one against Australia in 2013 and the other two against Sri Lanka in 2014 and 2017, respectively.

Rohit recently led India to a historic T20 World Cup 2024 title triumph, emerging as the second leading run-getter at the event with 257 in eight innings. Notably, Rohit had also won the inaugural edition of the marquee event, although as a player.

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A lot on Rohit's plate in the coming few months 

After calling it a day from T20Is, Rohit will have his all of his focus directed towards ODIs and Tests. He has taken some time off, skipping the ongoing edition of the Duleep Trophy in a bid to take some rest before a long home season ahead. Rohit will be back in action come the Test series against Bangladesh, scheduled to commence on September 19.

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The two-match series against Bangladesh will be followed by three home Tests against New Zealand in October. Later, India will travel to Australia for the all-important fove-match Border-Gavaskar Trophy Down Under. Rohit's eyes will also be focused on the Champions Trophy next year in Pakistan, with another chance tp clinch an ICC trophy.