A light-hearted off-field moment during India’s ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 match against the USA at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium has gone viral, featuring former India captain Rohit Sharma and industrialist Mukesh Ambani.
Rohit Sharma, present at the venue as an ICC ambassador, was seen interacting with Mukesh Ambani in the stands ahead of India’s opening match.
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In a video that quickly spread across social media, Ambani warmly offered Rohit food and tea. Rohit politely thanked him but declined the refreshments, a gesture that many fans praised as gracious and disciplined. Online reactions highlighted Rohit’s courtesy and his commitment to fitness, even off the field.
India went on to recover from an early batting wobble in the match, posting 161/9 with Suryakumar Yadav’s unbeaten 84, before restricting the USA to 132/8 to register a 29-run victory.
Last night, Rohit Sharma was going to sit beside Ritika, but Mukesh Ambani asked him to sit next to him instead ???? pic.twitter.com/d9YEMXajlv
— Kusha Sharma (@Kushacritic) February 8, 2026
Rohit–Suryakumar moment adds to the buzz
Another candid moment involving Rohit Sharma unfolded just before the toss. Indian skipper Suryakumar Yadav was seen rushing towards Rohit to seek quick advice on whether to bat or bowl if India won the toss. “Jaldi bolo batting karu ya bowling?” Surya asked, to which Rohit replied humorously, “Fielding kar, pagal hai kya,” drawing laughter from those around them.
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The exchange was caught on camera and instantly went viral.
Rohit Sharma, Mumbai’s own cricketing icon, also brought the T20 World Cup trophy onto the field ahead of the match, receiving loud cheers from the packed Wankhede crowd.
As the captain who led India to T20 World Cup glory in the previous edition, his presence added emotional weight and continuity to India’s campaign.
