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Indian cricketer Rohit Sharma has joined an anti-poaching campaign to save the wild animals of Africa, and, along with Hollywood actors Matt Le Blanc and Salma Hayek will be involved in taking care of the last surviving Northern White Rhinoceros of the rare species.
"I have been a member of PETA (People for Ethical Treatment of Animals) and when I was informed about the cause, I thought it is my duty to join the anti-poaching drive. That's what got me to Nairobi. I was fascinated to have a look at Sudan (Northern White Rhino) and the sniffer dogs, who catch hold of the poachers," said Rohit.
On his part Rohit said, "I will be donating for this cause as I am so happy to find out what kind of work is being done by Mr Hameed and Mr Yakub to carry on this anti-poaching drive," said Rohit.
Rohit also took to social media to make his thoughts known on the issue.
“The big guy himself, Sudan! @OlPejeta can't believe he's the last male! They're so amazing #Stars4TheLastMaleStanding,” Rohit tweeted with a picture of the Rhinoceros.
“Wonderful trip to Africa for a great cause!It's sad how many animals are on the brink of extinction #SayNoToPoaching”, he wrote in a another tweet.