Rohit Sharma reveals reason behind eating soil after India's World Cup triumph
Barbados: After India's triumphant victory in the T20 World Cup, captain Rohit Sharma made headlines with a unique celebration. The skipper plucked a piece of the Barbados pitch and put it in his mouth following India’s seven-run victory over South Africa in the final at the Kensington Oval on June 29, 2024.
Two striking visuals captured the emotions of the moment: Rohit lying flat on the ground, pounding it in celebration, and later, quietly walking to the center of the pitch to taste the soil. This unusual act drew curiosity and comparisons to tennis legend Novak Djokovic, who is known for similar gestures.
In a video posted by the BCCI, Rohit explained his actions. "I was feeling the moment when I went to the pitch because that pitch gave us this victory. We played on that particular pitch and won the game. I will remember that ground forever in my life and that pitch as well. So I wanted to have a piece of it with me," Rohit said, emphasizing the special significance of the pitch where their dreams came true.
The victory marked India's first World Cup title since 2011, ending a 13-year wait filled with close calls. Rohit's spontaneous celebrations included hugs, tears, screams, and dance moves with teammates and support staff. Despite the joyous celebrations, Rohit has struggled to sleep properly, but he doesn’t mind. "We had a blast with the teammates till very early in the morning. So again, I did not sleep properly, but that is absolutely fine by me," he shared.
Rohit, who played a pivotal role both as a batsman and captain, reflected on the surreal experience of winning the World Cup. "The feeling actually is surreal. I would still say it has not sunk in totally. It has been a great moment," he said. This victory made Rohit the third Indian captain, after Kapil Dev and MS Dhoni, to win a World Cup.
Despite the exhaustion, Rohit is savoring every moment. "This moment was very, very special for all of us. And I want to live it. I want to live each moment, each second, each minute that is passing by. I want to make the most of it," he expressed.
Following the World Cup triumph, Rohit Sharma announced his retirement from T20Is, joining Virat Kohli and Ravindra Jadeja in concluding their T20I careers on a high note.
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India to pursue extradition of Khalistani separatist Arsh Dalla with Canada following his arrest
New Delhi, Nov 14: India on Thursday said it will pursue an extradition request with Canada for Arsh Singh Gill alias Arsh Dalla, the de-facto chief of the Khalistan Tiger Force, following his arrest in that country.
Dalla was designated in India as a terrorist in 2023.
In July 2023, India had requested the Canadian government for his provisional arrest.
"In view of the recent arrest, our agencies will be following up on an extradition request," Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said.
"Given Arsh Dalla's criminal record in India and his involvement in similar illegal activities in Canada, it is expected that he will be extradited or deported to face justice in India," he added.
Dalla was reportedly arrested by the Canadian Police late last month.
"We have seen media reports circulating since November 10 on the arrest in Canada of proclaimed offender Arsh Singh Gill alias Arsh Dalla, the de-facto chief of the Khalistan Tiger Force," Jaiswal said.
"Canadian print and visual media have widely reported on the arrest. We understand that the Ontario Court has listed the case for hearing," he added.
Jaiswal was replying to media queries regarding the arrest of Dalla.
"Arsh Dalla is a proclaimed offender in over 50 cases of murder, attempt to murder, extortion and terrorist acts, including terror financing. In May 2022, a Red Corner Notice was issued against him," Jaiswal said.
"He was designated in India as an individual terrorist in 2023. In July 2023, the Government of India had requested the Canadian government for his provisional arrest. This was declined," he added.
Jaiswal said India had provided additional information in the case to the Canadian authorities.
"A separate request was also sent to Canada under the Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty (MLAT) to verify Arsh Dalla's suspected residential address, his financial transactions to India, moveable/immovable properties, details of mobile numbers etc - all of which were provided to Canadian authorities in January 2023," Jaiswal said.
"In December 2023, the Department of Justice of Canada sought additional information on the case. A reply to these queries was sent in March this year," he added.
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