WATCH: Rohit Sharma’s polite refusal to fan’s “vada pav” request goes viral ahead of IND vs NZ ODI series

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As the “Hitman” of Indian cricket gears up for the upcoming challenge against New Zealand, his interactions off the field continue to win hearts. A video of former India captain Rohit Sharma politely declining a fan’s offer of his favorite snack—vada pav—has taken social media by storm, showcasing the star batter’s unwavering focus on fitness.

The incident occurred recently while Rohit was preparing for a net session in Mumbai, ahead of India’s ODI series against New Zealand which is set to begin on January 11. As the batting maestro was getting his gear ready, a fan from the sidelines was heard calling out in Marathi, “Rohit bhaiya, vada pav pahije ka?” (Rohit brother, do you want a vada pav?).

Known for his well-documented love for the iconic Mumbai street food, one might have expected a tempting glance or a witty remark. Instead, Rohit turned with a warm smile, simply waved his hand to signal a polite “No,” and immediately turned his focus back to his training. The brief but candid exchange was captured on camera and instantly resonated with fans across the internet

After the practice session ended, when Rohit Sharma came out, the fans jokingly said, "Rohit bhaiya, vadapav pahije ka" and Rohit just waved his hand and replied, "No" 😂❤️

bRO always enjoy with his fans❤️

— 𝐑𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐢𝐢⁴⁵ (@rushiii_12) January 6, 2026

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This isn’t just a funny interaction; it highlights a significant shift in Rohit’s routine. Since retiring from the longer formats (Test and T20I) to prolong his ODI career, the 38-year-old has placed a renewed emphasis on his physical conditioning. Reports suggest that Rohit has adopted a stricter diet and training regime to maintain peak performance levels for the 50-over format. This “no vada pav” policy seems to be a serious part of that discipline. Interestingly, this is the second time in recent weeks that Rohit has turned down the snack publicly; a similar incident occurred during a Vijay Hazare Trophy match in Jaipur last month, where he laughingly declined a fan’s offer while fielding on the boundary.

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