Rohit Sharma Recalls the Horror of 26/11 Mumbai Attack

Updated - 26 Nov 2018, 09:04 PM

Rohit Sharma, Pink Ball Test
Rohit Sharma (Credits - Getty)

The India opener, Rohit Sharma recalls the 26/11 Mumbai attack that had happened ten years ago on this day. However, a decade back, terrorists of Lashkar-e-Taiba carried out one of the most wicked terror attacks committed anywhere in the world and killed many people in Mumbai, leaving not only India but the world shell-shocked.

The 26/11 Mumbai attack is unforgettable – Rohit

26/11 Mumbai Attack, Rohit Sharma
Rohit Sharma recalls the 26/11 Mumbai Attacks. Image Courtesy: Getty

However, the brutal killing gets compared with the September 11, 2001 terror attacks at the twin towers in the USA as well. Meanwhile, earlier, this month, Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a meeting ahead of the East Asia Summit in Singapore, pointed out India’s serious concerns about Pakistan mainstream terrorists to US Vice-President, Mike Pence. Furthermore, on the 10th anniversary of the 2008 Mumbai terror attack, the Indian government hits out at Pakistan. They said those responsible for the strike that left 166 people dead still roam free.

Meanwhile, ten years back, ten Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists sailed into Mumbai from Karachi and carried out coordinated attacks that lasted three days.

However, India cricketer Rohit Sharma recalls the massive destruction. He urged everyone to remember those victims who lost their lives in the shocking incident. He also added those brave people’s sacrifice will be unforgettable.

“It’s been 10 years since the #MumbaiTerrorAttack – let’s remember all the brave men and women out there who courageously laid down their lives to protect thousands of others and ensured their safety… Your sacrifice will never be forgotten” Rohit Sharma tweeted in his own account.

Rohit to eye Test spot against Australia

Meanwhile, Rohit Sharma is currently a part of the Indian team who is touring Australia for three T20Is, four Tests and three ODIs. It is also interesting to see that Rohit’s name also got included in the Test side. However, India recently played the three-match T20I against Australia which they managed to draw 1-1.

Rohit Sharma, 26/11 Mumbai Attack
Rohit Sharma. Getty Images

Although, the four-match Test series between India and Australia will commence from December 6, 2018, at the Adelaide Oval.

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