Rohit Sharma Shines in Vijay Hazare Trophy Comeback with Century

Rohit Sharma made a sensational return to the Vijay Hazare Trophy, scoring a remarkable century against Sikkim. His performance not only led Mumbai to an impressive victory but also drew a heartfelt tribute from teammate Sarfaraz Khan on social media. As Rohit gears up for his next match against Uttarakhand, cricket fans are eager to see how he continues to impact the tournament. This comeback marks a significant moment in his career as he focuses on ODI cricket leading up to the 2027 World Cup.

By Narendra Chaudhary Dec 24, 2025, 21:05 IST

Rohit Sharma's Impressive Return to Vijay Hazare Trophy

In a remarkable comeback, Mumbai's dynamic batter, **Sarfaraz Khan**, honored his teammate and former Indian captain **Rohit Sharma** after he marked his return to the Vijay Hazare Trophy with a century. This match took place against Sikkim at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on December 24.

Rohit Sharma's first appearance in the Vijay Hazare Trophy since 2018 saw him score a stunning 155 runs off just 94 balls, leading Mumbai to successfully chase a target of 237 runs. This performance secured an impressive 8-wicket victory, setting the stage for Mumbai's pursuit of their fifth Vijay Hazare Trophy title.

Throughout the innings, Rohit was a dominant force, contributing significantly to partnerships with opener Angkrish Raghuvanshi and Musheer Khan, accounting for nearly 69% of the runs and allowing his teammates to play supporting roles as Mumbai cruised to victory.

Sarfaraz Khan's Heartfelt Tribute to Rohit Sharma

Following Rohit Sharma's explosive century, Sarfaraz Khan took to Instagram to pay tribute to the star batter. He shared several images from Mumbai's opening match against Sikkim, accompanied by the song 'Mumbai Cha Raja' to celebrate Rohit's triumphant return to India's List A domestic cricket.

In his post, Sarfaraz expressed his admiration with the caption: "Mumbai ka Magic. 45 x 97 = Pure Fire."

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The chant 'Mumbai Cha Raja' has become synonymous with Rohit Sharma, reflecting his iconic status and influence in Mumbai's cricketing landscape. This chant resonated throughout the Sawai Mansingh Stadium as fans celebrated Rohit's remarkable innings.

Upcoming Matches for Rohit Sharma

Rohit Sharma has confirmed his participation in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, following directives from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for senior players to engage in domestic tournaments for national selection considerations. He is set to play the first two matches of the ongoing tournament.

After his stellar performance against Sikkim, Rohit will next take the field for Mumbai against Uttarakhand on December 26. Although he had previously been unavailable for the tournament, he has now committed to returning to the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Rohit has stepped back from T20Is and Tests, focusing solely on ODI cricket with aspirations to extend his career until the 2027 ODI World Cup.

Rohit Sharma's statistics from the match include: 155 runs, 94 balls, 18 fours, and 9 sixes, marking a grand return to the #VijayHazareTrophy.

Since Rohit is now concentrating on one format, the BCCI aims for him and Virat Kohli to participate in as many domestic matches as possible to demonstrate their fitness and form ahead of the marquee ODI event.

After facing Uttarakhand, Rohit will rejoin the national team for a three-match ODI series against New Zealand starting January 11.