A tense moment involving Indian cricket star Rohit Sharma has gone viral on social media after a video showed fans allegedly trying to snatch his expensive watch while he was greeting supporters from his car.
In the widely shared clip, the former Mumbai Indians captain can be seen sitting in the back seat of a car as a crowd of fans gathers around him. Rohit appears relaxed at first, smiling and waving at the people who had come to catch a glimpse of the cricket icon.
However, the situation quickly turned uncomfortable.
As Rohit leaned slightly towards the open window to acknowledge the crowd, two young men suddenly pushed forward and grabbed his hand. In the video, one of them appears to try pulling the watch off Rohit’s wrist.
Realizing something was wrong, Rohit reacted immediately. He quickly pulled his hand back inside the car and rolled up the window to prevent further contact. The cricketer also pointed his finger toward the men and appeared to angrily signal them to move away.
The exact time and location of the incident remain unclear, but the clip has been circulating rapidly online, drawing strong reactions from fans.
According to several reports, Rohit was wearing a rare Rolex ‘Giraffe’ model watch at the time of the incident. The luxury timepiece is believed to be worth around ₹3.25 crore, making it one of the most expensive watches seen on an Indian sportsperson.
The video has sparked a debate among fans about the safety of celebrities during public interactions. While supporters often gather in large numbers to see their favorite stars, moments like these highlight how quickly admiration can turn into risky behavior.
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Many fans online praised Rohit for staying calm and reacting swiftly, which likely prevented the situation from escalating further. Others called for stronger security measures whenever high-profile personalities appear in public.
So far, there has been no official statement from Rohit Sharma or his representatives regarding the viral video. But the incident has certainly left fans concerned about the safety of one of India’s most beloved cricket icons.