At the airport recently, Indian wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant was seen standing in line with his fellow players, waiting to check in. Despite the regular hustle of travel, Pant took a moment to interact warmly with fans who had gathered at a distance. His cheerful demeanor and friendly nature were on full display as he responded to questions from the crowd.
Among the fans’ queries was one about Rohit Sharma, the former captain of the Indian team. Someone asked Pant how much the team would miss Rohit now that he’s no longer leading.
Rishabh, with a smile that clearly showed both affection and nostalgia, replied that the team would miss him a lot. His answer, though simple, carried the weight of shared memories and camaraderie.
Pant added humor to the moment with a light-hearted comment: “Garden mein ghumenge… garden ki to yaad ayegi bhai.” His words, which translate to “We’ll roam the garden… will miss the garden bro,” brought laughter and fond memories to those familiar with the inside joke. It was a subtle yet touching tribute to the bond shared with Rohit.
The “garden” reference has a unique backstory in Indian cricket. Rohit Sharma once scolded the younger players during a match through the stump mic, telling them they were not in a garden to roam around.
Rishabh Pant: Rohit Bhai ke garden ki to bohot yaad aayegi😂🔥
— Rohan💫 (@rohann__45) June 6, 2025
The bond between Pant and Ro❤️
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The moment became iconic among fans and gave rise to the nickname “garden wale bande” (the garden boys) for players like Pant and others from the younger generation.
Since then, Rohit had affectionately used the term in interviews, often expressing his love for the youthful energy of the team. His bond with the younger lot, including Pant, was more than just professional—it was filled with mentorship and genuine affection. Pant’s light-hearted yet heartfelt response reminded everyone just how much Rohit’s presence will be missed in the team setup.