Milkman's Son Devendra Bora Stuns Rohit Sharma with Golden Duck in Vijay Hazare Trophy

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News18•27-12-2025, 17:43
Milkman's Son Devendra Bora Stuns Rohit Sharma with Golden Duck in Vijay Hazare Trophy
- •Devendra Singh Bora, a 25-year-old fast bowler from Bageshwar, Uttarakhand, dismissed Rohit Sharma for a 'golden duck' in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26.
- •His father, Balwant Singh Bora, sells milk, and Devendra overcame limited resources and mountainous challenges to pursue his cricketing dream.
- •Devendra has taken 30 wickets in 15 first-class matches, with a best of 6/79 against Bengal, and 10 wickets in 6 UPL matches for 'Dehradun Warriors'.
- •His mother, Neema Bora, revealed he worked during the day and practiced at night, often walking kilometers to the ground.
- •The family, including his wife Hema Bora, expressed pride and confidence in his future, despite his struggles to afford even cricket shoes.
Why It Matters: Devendra Bora's journey from humble beginnings to dismissing Rohit Sharma showcases his talent and perseverance.
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