Star India batter Rohit Sharma was recently spotted taking blessings from Lord Ganesha during Ganpati Puja celebrations in Mumbai. A video of the moment quickly went viral, drawing huge attention from fans and devotees alike. The veteran opener, who has been away from competitive cricket since IPL 2025, where the Mumbai Indians secured a third-place finish, continues to remain in the spotlight both on and off the field.
Having already retired from Test cricket and T20Is, Rohit’s immediate focus lies in ODIs. Reports suggest he could feature in the India A vs Australia A series later this month in Kanpur before a possible return to the senior squad for the Australia ODI series in November.
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While official confirmation is awaited, Rohit was also expected to spend time at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru, which has left fans speculating whether the viral Ganpati video was fresh or an earlier recording.
The way Rohit Sharma talking blessings of Ganpati Bappa.🥹❤️
Ganpati Bappa, keep your blessings on Rohit and help him lift the 2027 World Cup.🙏 pic.twitter.com/CD9R5OKWQi
— 𝐑𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐢𝐢⁴⁵ (@rushiii_12) September 4, 2025
During Ganpati Bappa’s darshan today, a huge crowd gathered to catch a glimpse of Rohit Sharma.🔥
The unreal craze and madness for @ImRo45 🐐 pic.twitter.com/Bj2iOIcM4y
— 𝐑𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐢𝐢⁴⁵ (@rushiii_12) September 4, 2025
The 37-year-old recently cleared his pre-season fitness test at the Centre of Excellence on August 31, after dedicating the past three months to regaining peak shape. According to a report, his strict diet plan—consisting of almonds, oatmeal, curd, and balanced proteins—has been instrumental in his preparations.
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During the Ganpati celebrations, a massive crowd gathered to catch a glimpse of Rohit, underlining his enduring popularity. His last outing for India came in the 2025 Champions Trophy, where he helped the team lift the coveted title after a 12-year wait, further cementing his legacy in Indian cricket.
