Buttler backs Rohit Sharma as one of Cricket's leading figures

England's talismanic batsman Jos Buttler has praised Indian captain Rohit Sharma, describing himself as a "big Rohit fan" in an interview given to Kookaburra Cricket India recently. In reply to a question on which Indian cricketer has made the most impression on him over the past few years, Buttler didn't hesitate to mention the veteran Indian opener, citing both his leadership and batting skills as the key reasons for his admiration.

Rohit Sharma, the laid-back and strategic one, has evolved into a reliable leader of Team India. Ever since he became the full-time captain of the team, Rohit has guided India through all formats, guiding them through high-stakes series and tournaments alike with ease. His leadership has shown most prominently in ICC competitions and important bilateral series, where his calm strategy under duress has been a standout feature. Buttler also recognized these attributes, praising Rohit as both a player and a mature and composed captain.

Apart from his captaincy, Rohit's batting performances keep scaling his stature. Be it his five centuries in the 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup breaking records or his dominating performances at home and abroad in Tests and ODIs, Rohit has grown to be one of the most well-rounded openers in modern cricket. His capacity to change gears—stabilizing innings or taking off when needed—is making him the bane of bowlers across the globe.

Question: Which Indian cricketer has impressed you the most over the last few years? [Kookaburra Cricket India]

Jos Buttler said "Rohit sharma, in the way he has captained the country & I think the way he has played, I am a big rohit fan". pic.twitter.com/Cvd0b6sAVz

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Mutual Respect Among Contemporary Greats

Buttler's comments are representative of the growing camaraderie and friendship between contemporary greats in cricket. Buttler and Rohit have faced each other many times in tough situations in matches, whether ICC or the IPL, and their continued success has garnered admiration from players and fans alike. As a key player in England's resurgence in white-ball (limited overs) cricket, Buttler knows that a strong captaincy requires deep thinking and the ability to turn matches around, and he sees this in Rohit.

As the cricket community turns its eye to the future series and an ICC Champions Trophy in 2025, cricket fans around the globe would love to see these two continue to lead their countries well. Buttler's comments reflect Rohit Sharma's enduring legacy—not just in Indian cricket, but globally—and it is nice to have that mutual respect from two greats.