Rohit Sharma has found himself in an unusual spotlight, making a surprise appearance on the big screen, but notfor cricket, but as part of a fan tribute to popular actor Mahesh Babu. The 38-year-old former Test captain, who retired from red-ball cricket earlier this year, has been enjoying a more relaxed schedule, sharing regular updates from his time in London. He was recently spotted in the stands during the fifth Test, cheering on Yashasvi Jaiswal’s century and posing for pictures with fans. But it was a video played in celebration of Mahesh Babu’s 50th birthday that sent social media buzzing. In an unexpected crossover, fans of Rohit and the actor combined visuals of the two, with one dominating the cricket pitch and the other ruling the silver screen. The clip, which appears to be displayed on a large theatre screen, carried lines such as, “Two icons from two different worlds” and “Trendsetters in their respective fields.” It also featured the message “Even legends fall, but comebacks are greater,” accompanied by scenes from Sharma’s triumphant moment lifting the 2024 T20 World Cup trophy. The tribute sparked loud cheers, with fans throwing confetti and capturing the moment on their phones.Speaking of comebacks, both Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are expected to return to international action in the upcoming three-match ODI series against Australia this October. The ODI series kicks off in Perth on October 19, followed by the second match in Adelaide on October 23, and the final game in Sydney on October 25.
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The rare crossover of cricket and cinema left supporters delighted, with many praising the unexpected but fitting pairing of the two celebrated figures. For Rohit, it was yet another reminder of his lasting connection with fans even off the field.
