The BCCI Naman Awards took center stage in Mumbai on Saturday, (February 1, 2025) bringing together India’s finest cricketing talents to honor their exceptional contributions to the sport.

The prestigious annual event witnessed the presence of renowned cricketers from both the domestic and international circuits, including Indian men’s team captain Rohit Sharma, who was among the star attractions of the evenin??g. The event celebrated the achievements of players across various categories, recognizing their outstanding performances over the past year.

Rohit Sharma’s hilarious banter with Smriti Mandhana

One of the most entertaining moments of the evening came during a fun interaction between Indian women’s team vice-captain Smriti Mandhana and Rohit, with Hardik Pandya and Jemimah Rodrigues also joining the conversation. Mandhana, known for her quick w?it, playfully asked Rohit about any new hobby he had picked up recently and whether his teammates had been teasing?? him about it. Rohit, in his signature humorous style, responded:

“I don’t know. They tease me about forgetting. It’s not a hobby obviously, but since you spoke about teasing, this is what they tease me about – when I forget my wallet, I forget my passport – which is absolutely not true.”

Rohit’s lighthearted response sent the audience into fits of laughter. However, Mandhana wasn’t done yet. She pressed further, asking:

“What’s the biggest thing you have forgotten?”

At first, Rohit hesitated, seemingly wary of the repercuss?ions of his answer. Then, with a mischievous grin, he replied:

“I can’t say that. I mean, if this is coming live, my wife will be watching. I would keep it to myself.”

As the audience erupted in laughter, Hardik jumped in wi?th a witty ?remark:

“He (Rohit) makes sure around his seat he has not forgotten something.”

The playful exchange highlighted the camaraderie between India’s top ?cricketers, adding a delightful touch to the prestigious evening.

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Smriti Mandhana tries to find out the one hobby that Rohit Sharma has picked up recently, which his teammates tease him about 😃#NamanAwards | @ImRo45 | @mandhana_smriti pic.twitter.com/9xZomhnJjy

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Major winners at the BCCI Naman Awards 2025

While the event had its share of entertai?ning moments?, the main highlight was the recognition of the best performers in Indian cricket. Mandhana emerged as the most decorated cricketer of the night, bagging multiple awards for her consistent brilliance.

Women’s Cricket Award Winners:

• Best International Cricketer (Women) �?Smriti Mandhana
• Highest Runs in One Day Internationals (Women) �?Smriti Mandhana
• Best International Debut (Women) �?Asha Sobhana
• Highest Wickets in One Day Internationals (Women) �?Deepti Sharma
• Jagmohan Dalmiya Trophy for Best Woman Cricketer (Junior Domestic) �?Ishwari Awasare (Maharashtra)
• Jagmohan Dalmiya Trophy for Best Woman Cricketer (Senior Domestic) �?Priya Mishra (Delhi)

Smriti Mandhana’s dominance in women’s cricket was evident as she continued to shine on the international stage, further cementing her reputation as one of the finest batters in the game. Meanwhile, Deepti Sharma‘s contributions with the ball were duly acknowledged, and Asha Sobhana was re?cognized for her impress??ive international debut.

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This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.

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Virat Kohli’s absence from the BCCI’s annual Naman Awards on February 1, 2025, has raised eyebrows among fans and cricket enthusiasts. The event, held in Mumbai, celebrated the achievements of Indian cricketers, with notable figures like Jasprit Bumrah and Smriti Mandhana receiving? top honours. However, Kohli was notably ?missing from the star-studded ceremony.

Reasons for Virat Kohli’s absence

Kohli’s absence was primarily due to his commitment to the Ranji Trophy 2024-25, where he played for Delhi against Railways. The match concluded on the same day as the awards ceremony, and despite Delhi’s victory by an innings and 19 runs, Kohli had a disappointing performance, scoring just six runs in his first match back in this domestic tournament after a 12-year hiatus.

The logistical challenge of traveling from Del?hi to Mumbai shortly after the match also contributed to his decision not to attend the award ceremony. Furthermore, Kohli w??as not among the award recipients this year, which may have influenced his choice to celebrate with his teammates instead of attending the star-studded event.

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Context of the Naman Awards

The Naman Awards are a prestigious occasion in Indian cricket, recognizing outstanding performances in both men’s and women’s categories. This year’s ceremony saw various cricketing legends and current stars in attendance, highlighting the significance of such events in promoting the sport.

Apart from Smriti and Bumrah, Asha Sobhana and Sarfaraz Khan were also among the award winners, bagging best international debut –  Women and Men respectively.

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