08 August,2023 05:24 PM IST | California, USA | mid-day online correspondent
Rohit Sharma launched CricKingdom in California, USA
Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma launched his cricket academy CricKingdom here on Saturday to inspire the next generation to take up and learn cricket.
Rohit has a massive following not only in India but across the world. He has now embarked on a new journey off-the-field by launching the academy in USA.
As part of his visit to the USA for the launch event, he interacted with the kids present at the event and was also honoured by the state.
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Rohit Sharma honoured at the launch event of CricKingdom
Mayor Carmen Montano, City of Milpitas California, and State Assembly Member of California Alex Lee on behalf of the assembly recognised Rohit Sharma for "his dedicated commitment towards growing cricket globally and inspiring young cricketers through the academy."
This is their first academy opening in the country.
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