'Will treasure this': Jos Buttler thanks Rohit Sharma for gifting his jersey

England white-ball star Jos Buttler has thanked Rohit Sharma after receiving the Indian great's signed jersey following the IND vs ENG ODI series. Sharing a picture of the jersey on his Instagram Story, Buttler wrote, "Will treasure this," expressing his gratitude for the special gift from one of cricket's biggest stars.

The former England captain also described Rohit as one of his all-time favourite cricketers. Along with the signed jersey, Buttler thanked Rohit for the thoughtful gesture, making it clear how much the gift meant to him after the conclusion of the three-match ODI series.

India and England recently faced each other in a three-match ODI series, with England winning the contest 2-1. India won the opening ODI in Birmingham by six wickets, but England bounced back to claim the final two matches by four wickets and 27 runs respectively. Despite the competitive series, Rohit's gesture highlighted the mutual respect shared between the two players.

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England star reveals Rohit Sharma's signed jersey is the most prized gift in his collection

England wicketkeeper-batter Jos Buttler has revealed that Rohit Sharma's signed India jersey is one of the most treasured gifts in his cricket collection. After the IND vs ENG ODI series, Buttler shared a picture of the signed jersey on his Instagram Story and thanked the Indian opener for the special gesture.

In his post, Buttler called Rohit "one of my all-time favourite players" and wrote, "One opposition player's shirt I've always wanted. Will treasure this. Thank you, @rohitsharma45." The heartfelt message highlighted the respect and admiration Buttler has for the former India captain.

Rohit finished the three-match ODI series with 175 runs at an average of 58.33, including a brilliant century in the final ODI at Lord's. Although India lost the series 2-1, Rohit's outstanding knock reminded everyone why he remains one of the best batters in world cricket.

Here's the heartwarming backstory behind the special gesture

The signed jersey became even more special because of the heartfelt message Rohit Sharma wrote for Jos Buttler. Along with gifting the India shirt, Rohit thanked the England star for the many memorable battles they have shared on the cricket field over the years.

On the jersey, Rohit wrote, "Dear Jos, loved my time playing with and against you. Wishing you all the very best." The personal note reflected the mutual respect and friendship between the two cricketers despite being rivals on the field.

Rohit and Buttler first played together at Mumbai Indians during Buttler's early IPL career. While they now represent different teams and compete against each other in international cricket and the IPL, their latest exchange once again showed the strong bond and sportsmanship they share beyond the game.

Fans react as the moment between the two cricket stars goes viral

Jos Buttler's heartfelt Instagram Story quickly went viral on social media, with cricket fans praising the mutual respect between him and Rohit Sharma. Many called it a perfect example of sportsmanship and friendship beyond the fierce rivalry on the field.

Fans were especially touched by Rohit's handwritten message on the signed jersey and Buttler's response, "Will treasure this." The exchange received widespread appreciation, with many describing it as one of the most wholesome moments of the India-England series. Here is how the players reacted:

The heartwarming gesture reminded fans that cricket is not just about competition but also about respect and lasting friendships. As Buttler's post continued to spread online, supporters from both India and England praised the bond shared by the two cricket stars.