Rohit Sharma Reveals Emotional Reaction to World Cup Final Loss

India‘s cricket captain, Rohit Sharma, recently opened up about the emotional turmoil he experienced after the team’s loss to Australia in the World Cup final last year in Ahmedabad. Sharma described the aftermath of the defeat as a surreal moment, approaching his wife the next morning in disbelief.

Reflecting on the crushing seven-wicket loss to Australia in the World Cup final held in Ahmedabad in 2023, Sharma shared his candid emotions in a promotional video. He expressed how the defeat shook him to the core, leading to a sense of confusion and denial upon waking up post the final match.

In the midst of processing the defeat, Sharma revealed that he sought solace outside the limelight. He recounted how he deliberately evaded the cameras, taking a moment for introspection away from the field of play. The India captain admitted to feelings of frustration and self-criticism in the immediate aftermath of the final.

Despite India’s strong form leading up to the final, boasting a ten-match winning streak, the team fell short in the crucial match against Australia. Sharma expressed the team’s determination to clinch the title, making the loss even more devastating as they missed out on the opportunity to lift the coveted World Cup trophy.

It took Sharma several days to come to terms with the defeat and the realization that the next shot at the World Cup would only come four years later. The captain’s candid reflections offer fans a glimpse into the emotional rollercoaster experienced by the team following the heartbreaking loss in the final.