Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:01pm on 10 Jun 2026,Wednesday Sports
Indian cricket stars Rohit Sharma and Harmanpreet Kaur have been selected for the Padma Shri, India's fourth-highest civilian award, in recognition of their outstanding contributions to cricket. Rohit, one of India's most successful captains and batters, has played a key role in numerous international triumphs, while Harmanpreet has transformed women's cricket through her leadership and match-winning performances. The honour reflects their impact on the sport and their inspiration to future generations. Both players were among several sportspersons named in the 2026 Padma Awards list announced by the Government of India.
