New Delhi, June 23 -- Former India captain Rohit Sharma said, "23rd June bringing all kinds of magic" as he reflected on being conferred with the Padma Shri on Tuesday, noting a remarkable coincidence with his India debut, which also came on June 23, 2007, 19 years ago.

The former Indian skipper was honoured with the Padma Shri in recognition of his outstanding contribution to Indian cricket over the past decades. President Droupadi Murmu conferred the Padma Awards 2026 at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi on Tuesday evening.

Notably, Rohit made his India debut in an ODI against Ireland on June 23, 2007, a match in which he did not bat as India registered a nine-wicket win (D/L method).

After receiving the honour, Rohit shared a picture ...