Rohit Sharma’s habit of forgetting things is not something new for the Indian cricket fans. A number of his teammates have highlighted this tendency of him during interviews.

During the Naman Awards 2024 organized by the BCCI to recognize the performances of Indian cricketers, star opener Smriti Mandhana asked Rohit about a hobby that he has picked up recently that annoys his teammates.

In response, the Indian captain quipped: “I don’t know. They tease my about forgetting. Obviously, it’s not a hobby but this is what they tease me about – that I forget my wallet, passport – which is absolutely not true. That happened a couple of decades back.”

His response left the room in splits. Mandhana then posed a follow up question, “What’s the biggest thing you’ve ever forgotten?”

“I can’t say that!" came Rohit’s reply resulting in more laughter. “If this is coming live, my wife will be watching, and I can’t say that. I will keep that to myself.”

During the award ceremony, Jasprit Bumrah won the men’s cricketer of the year 2023-24 honour while Smriti Mandhana picked the corresponding honour in women’s category.

“It’s always nice to get together as cricket fraternity and share your thoughts over what has happened throughout the year. Lot of players who have performed well get rewarded. I remember the last one in Hyderabad, now in Mumbai," Rohit said.

The 37-year-old will be leading India in the upcoming three-match ODI series against England, followed by the Champions Trophy later this month.

Rohit downplayed the upcoming marquee clash against arch-rivals Pakistan, saying it is just another game and his side will prepare for it just like they do for every other game.

“I think in the past 2-3 years, I’ve spoken a lot about it – it’s just a game. No special mention of that game from at least us.”