In a heartwarming turn of events, Indian cricket superstar Rohit Sharma handed over the keys to his beloved Lamborghini Urus to a fantasy cricket contest winner on Monday, May 19. The gesture, which has taken the cricketing world by surprise, saw the Mumbai Indians opener part ways with one of his most prized possessions — the blue luxury car that had become a symbol of his on-field legacy and off-field style.
The Lamborghini, with the custom number plate ‘264’, holds deep sentimental value for Rohit. The number commemorates his iconic 264-run knock against Sri Lanka — the highest individual score in One Day Internationals. Over the years, the SUV has been a constant feature in Mumbai’s streets and among cricket fan circles, symbolising Rohit’s dominance and flair. Valued at nearly ₹4 crore in the Indian market, the car has been nothing short of an icon in itself.
Rohit Sharma keeps his promise to give away Lamborghini Urus
At the beginning of the IPL 2025 season, Rohit had jokingly declared in a Dream11 commercial that he would give away his Lamborghini to a contest winner. The two-part advertisement — one showing him emotionally announcing the decision and the other humorously reacting to the winner driving away in it — quickly became viral. While many believed it was merely a marketing gimmick, the events of May 19 proved otherwise.
A video circulating online shows Rohit personally handing over the car keys to the winner, visibly emotional yet full of warmth. The authenticity of the giveaway was further underlined by the presence of the ‘264’ plate on the vehicle — confirming it was indeed his car and not a replica.
Here is the video:
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— R✨ (@264__ro) May 19, 2025
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Mumbai Indians eyeing playoffs spot
While the giveaway made headlines, Rohit and his team have more pressing matters at hand on the field. After a lukewarm start, Mumbai Indians have bounced back impressively in IPL 2025. With 14 points from 12 matches, they are firmly in the race for a direct playoff spot. Wins in their remaining two games could seal their place in the top four.
However, competition remains fierce. Delhi Capitals are also in the hunt for the final playoff berth, while Gujarat Titans, Punjab Kings, and Royal Challengers Bengaluru have already secured their spots.
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