Rohit Sharma spoke about his fitness and career longevity as he nears the milestone of 500 international matches for India. Emphasizing dedication and discipline, he attributed his success to a strict routine focused on fitness,

The India skipper noted that his longevity in the sport indicates his ability to be prepared for the demands and trials of cricket. Rohit, 38, highlighted that a player must be prepared to contribute to the team's success, which includes fitness, recovery, and food.

India captain Rohit Sharma emphasised that fitness for cricketers goes beyond physical appearance. The T20 World Cup-winning skipper also shared his reasons for retiring from the shortest format of the game earlier this year.

Since his international debut in 2007, Rohit Sharma has amassed 19,245 runs with an average of 43.15, featuring 48 hundreds and 106 fifties. Additionally, he holds the distinction of being the highest run-scorer in T20 internationals.