From Shah Rukh Khan to BKC nets: Rohit Sharma’s eventful 24 hours

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Sports | Cricket
Sidhant Maheshwari
07 JAN 2026 | 13:58:33

Rohit Sharma had one of his most talked-about days in recent times, with the Indian captain making headlines for everything he did, on and off the field, within a span of just 24 hours. From a star-studded appearance alongside Shah Rukh Khan to intense training sessions and a viral fan interaction, Rohit’s day was anything but ordinary.

A Starry Evening With Shah Rukh Khan

Rohit Sharma was first spotted on Monday at a Reliance Foundation event, where he was seen engaged in a deep and animated conversation with Shah Rukh Khan. The images and videos of the two icons quickly went viral, drawing admiration from fans across cricket and cinema.

Soon after, an old tweet from Shah Rukh Khan resurfaced on social media, where the actor had once described Rohit Sharma as “all grace and brilliant,” recalling personal moments shared between them. The resurfaced post added to the buzz, as fans celebrated the mutual respect between two of India’s biggest stars.

Match Missed, But No Rest Day

Following the event, Rohit Sharma did not feature in Mumbai’s Vijay Hazare Trophy match, leading many to believe that the 38-year-old was taking a day off to rest. However, that assumption didn’t last long.

Rohit was soon spotted at the Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) nets, training intensely and playing some eye-catching shots. His sharp fitness and a new helmet even led to a few moments of confusion, with several people taking a few seconds to recognise him. Far from resting, Rohit was clearly putting in the hard yards.

Fans, Vada Pav and a Viral Moment

During the training session, Rohit Sharma once again showed his grounded side when a fan offered him vada pav, Mumbai’s iconic snack. Rohit politely declined, drawing smiles from those around.

He also obliged fans with photographs after training. However, one interaction stood out. As Rohit was leaving, he rolled down his car window to greet a few young fans and shake their hands. The moment took an unexpected turn when the boys held onto his hand, prompting a visibly annoyed response from Rohit, who firmly told them off before rolling up the window. The clip quickly went viral, sparking conversations about fan boundaries.

Eyes on the New Zealand Series

After an eventful 24 hours, Rohit Sharma is now set to rejoin the Indian squad in Vadodara, ahead of the upcoming India vs New Zealand ODI series, which begins on January 11. If the last day was any indication, Rohit Sharma remains fully locked in; balancing stardom, discipline and preparation, as fans hope for plenty of fireworks when he takes the field next.

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