Giles White, the Director of Cricket at Hampshire, expressed his delight over signing Sharma. He said, "We're really pleased to sign Ashutosh for the One-Day Cup. He is a player of great potential and has done well for Delhi Capitals in the IPL recently so knows what it's like to perform to a high standard." White added that he looks forward to seeing what Sharma can do in a Hampshire shirt as they aim for success in this competition.