Rohit Sharma becomes co-owner of Pro-Wrestling League team UP Warriors

India's ODI opener is the second big celebrity to co-own a team in the much-hyped league...

New Delhi:

Indian cricketer Rohit Sharma was on Wednesday named as the co-owner of the Pro Wrestling League team UP Warriors. After Bollywood superstar of yesteryears Dharmendra, the India's ODI opener is the second big celebrity to co-own a team in the much-hyped league.

Speaking about the association, Rohit said, -"India has had a long and proud history with wrestling. I am proud to come on board as one of the co-owners of the UP Warriors team at the Pro-Wrestling League. Our team has the best line-up of wrestlers including India's most celebrated wrestler Sushil Kumar. We look forward to making it to the top of the league for the first season of the PWL.-"

Commenting on this move, Vishal Gurnani, Director ProSportify said, -"Rohit Sharma is one of the appreciated cricketers in India today. We excitedly welcome him on board as one of the co-owners for the team UP Warriors. We look forward for a fruitful and long lasting association with Rohit.-"