It was a sight that could excite any cricket fan. On a bright sunny day in London, two of the biggest names in world cricket, Shakib Al Hasan and Rohit Sharma, were seen together having a casual chat. It was not in a stadium or at an official event, but out in the city, completely unplanned for those lucky enough to witness it.
Between them, they have scored an incredible 34,430 runs and taken 724 wickets in international cricket. Just imagine that much cricketing achievement standing side by side, sharing a conversation under the London sun. These are numbers that have been built over years of hard work, unforgettable matches, and moments that shaped modern cricket.
Shakib and Rohit have been contemporary competitors for nearly two decades. Their careers and coming into the limelight go all the way back to the 2007 T20 World Cup. Since then, they have faced each other many times, featured in almost every ICC event from that tournament to the 2024 T20 World Cup. The only exceptions were when Rohit missed the 2011 World Cup and Shakib missed the 2013 Champions Trophy because Bangladesh did not qualify.
Both have led their countries, carried the hopes of millions, and given fans memories that will last forever. To see them together, outside the heat of competition, at the very end of their careers, reminds us that beyond the boundaries and scoreboards, cricket also builds friendships and connections that last long after the matches are over.
Shakib Al Hasan (bowler) vs Rohit Sharma (batter) in international cricket:
Runs: 143
Outs: 5
Avg: 28.6