Watch: Rohit Sharma's wholesome gesture with little Virat Kohli fan melts hearts, video goes viral

India's batting maestro Rohit Sharma made headlines for two good reason, first with his spellbinding 155-run knock during his Vijay Hazare Trophy return for Mumbai, and then with a heartwarming moment off the bat that truly captured the public's attention. Following Mumbai's clash against Sikkim, a video began circulating on social media showing the former Indian captain in a charming interaction with a young fan who managed to find his way onto the field.

Rohit wins hearts as he gently stops little Kohli fan from touching feet

The incident occurred during the post-match presentation ceremony as Rohit was walking toward the stage. A young boy, dressed in a white Indian Test jersey featuring Virat Kohli’s name and the number 18, jogged out to meet the veteran opener. Despite the boy wearing the colors of his longtime teammate and rival icon, Rohit greeted the child with immediate warmth and affection.

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As the young fan reached him, he attempted to bow down to touch Rohit’s feet as a mark of respect. In a characteristically humble gesture, the 'Mumbai cha Raja' gently stopped him, pulled him into a hug, and shared a few kind words before the boy was escorted back from the playing area. This brief but touching encounter quickly went viral, with fans praising Rohit for his grace and kindness toward a young supporter of his fellow cricket legend.

Watch the video here:

Rohit Sharma's batting masterclass leaves fans in sheer awe

Rohit’s return to the Vijay Hazare Trophy was nothing short of a masterclass as he dismantled the Sikkim bowling attack to chase down a target of 237. Opening the innings with intent, the Indian maestro shared a dominant 141-run opening stand with Angkrish Raghuvanshi and continued the momentum alongside Musheer Ahmed Khan. His "Hitman" persona was on full display in Jaipur, as he combined elegant boundaries with his trademark towering sixes to make the chase look effortless.

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Beyond his batting brilliance, Rohit displayed impressive fitness and agility on the field, moving quickly to keep the Sikkim batters under pressure. His presence electrified the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, where a packed crowd of over 12,000 spectators created a festive atmosphere.

Rohit will next be seen in action in Mumbai's upcoming match against Uttarakhand at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur.