Mumbai, April 30 -- The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) extended birthday wishes to star Indian batter and former skipper Rohit Sharma, who turned 39 on Thursday.

On this day in 1987, one of the country's most prodigious cricketing talents was born. From being a baby-faced hitter who struggled in the middle-order to a world-class opener who has won Team India two ICC trophies as a captain, the 'Hitman' has developed an enviable resume in his 18+ year international cricket career.

Taking to X, BCCI posted, "508 int'l matches, More than 20,000 int'l runs, ICC Men's T20 WC 2007 winner Winning Captain of ICC Men's T20 WC 2024 and ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Here's wishing #TeamIndia great Rohit Sharma @ImRo45 a very happy birthda...