Jaipur, India – A heartwarming video of Rohit Sharma interacting with a young Virat Kohli fan has gone viral, capturing the hearts of cricket enthusiasts and social media users alike. The incident occurred on December 24th during Mumbai's Vijay Hazare Trophy (VHT) match against Sikkim at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur.
Following Mumbai's victory over Sikkim, a young fan wearing a Virat Kohli's No. 18 India Test jersey ran onto the field to meet Rohit Sharma. As the boy approached Sharma, he attempted to touch his feet as a sign of respect. Sharma, in a humble and affectionate gesture, gently stopped the child from doing so and instead embraced him in a warm hug. He also shared a few kind words with the young supporter.
The touching encounter was caught on camera and quickly spread across social media platforms, drawing widespread praise for Sharma's humility and kindness. Fans lauded the former Indian captain for his heartwarming interaction with a young admirer of his teammate and rival, Virat Kohli.
The match saw Rohit Sharma making a comeback to domestic cricket, playing for Mumbai for the first time since 2018. He marked his return with a remarkable performance, scoring a blistering 155 off just 94 balls against Sikkim. His innings included several impressive shots, contributing significantly to Mumbai's successful chase of Sikkim's target of 237. Sharma's stellar performance earned him the Player of the Match award.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has requested all Indian players to participate in domestic tournaments when they are not on international duty. Sharma, along with other prominent players like Virat Kohli, recently returned to international cricket after a break, participating in the ODI series against Australia and South Africa.
The viral video and Sharma's impressive performance in the Vijay Hazare Trophy highlight his enduring popularity and the strong connection he maintains with cricket fans across the country. The simple act of kindness towards a young fan has further solidified his image as a respected figure both on and off the field.
