Rohit Sharma's Watch Snatching Incident Sparks Controversy Online
Video Claims Fan Tried To Snatch Rohit Sharma's Rs 3.25 Crore Watch, Internet Stunned
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A viral video allegedly shows two fans attempting to snatch Indian cricketer Rohit Sharma's wristwatch, valued at around ₹3.25 crore (approximately $390,000 USD), while he was in his car. The incident has ignited discussions about celebrity-fan boundaries. Rohit, currently playing for the Mumbai Indians in IPL 2026, reacted swiftly to the situation.
- 01A viral video shows fans trying to snatch Rohit Sharma's expensive watch.
- 02The watch is reportedly a Rolex 'Giraffe' valued at ₹3.25 crore (about $390,000 USD).
- 03Rohit Sharma reacted by closing his car window and gesturing for the fans to step back.
- 04The incident has sparked a debate about the boundaries between celebrities and fans.
- 05Rohit continues to perform well in IPL 2026, despite his team's struggles.
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A video circulating on social media appears to show Rohit Sharma, the former captain of India's cricket team, facing an uncomfortable situation as two young fans attempted to snatch his wristwatch, reportedly a Rolex 'Giraffe' valued at ₹3.25 crore (approximately $390,000 USD). The incident occurred while Sharma was seated in his car, waving to fans. As the fans approached, one attempted to remove the watch, prompting Rohit to quickly close the car window and signal for them to back away. This incident has sparked widespread debate online about the appropriate boundaries between celebrities and their fans. Despite the controversy, Rohit Sharma continues to excel in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, recently scoring 84 runs off 44 balls in a match against the Lucknow Super Giants. However, the Mumbai Indians team is facing challenges this season, having lost seven out of ten matches, putting their playoff chances in jeopardy.
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This incident raises concerns about the safety and privacy of celebrities in public spaces, potentially affecting how fans interact with them.
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