Rohit Sharma rejects Mukesh Ambani’s snack offer, puts World Cup fitness first

A light-hearted moment during the match between India and the USA during the T20 World Cup caught fans??? attention when Mukesh Ambani was seen offering a cup of tea and snacks to former India captain Rohit Sharma. The video, captured on camera, went viral on social media after Rohit politely declined the offer.

The Ambani family attended India???s opening match of the ongoing T20 World Cup at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Saturday, February 7. Mukesh and Nita Ambani watched the game alongside family members and friends, including their elder son Akash Ambani and their grandchildren.

Rohit Sharma Unveils T20 World Cup 2026 Trophy at Wankhede

Rohit Sharma made a special appearance at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai as the brand ambassador of the 2026 T20 World Cup. He walked out with the tournament trophy alongside International Cricket Council President Jay Shah ahead of India???s match against the USA.

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Rohit earned the ambassador role after leading India to their second T20 World Cup title two years ago in the Caribbean. Following that triumph, he announced his retirement from T20 internationals, and the ICC later named him as the face of the 2026 edition.

Before the toss, Rohit caught up with former teammate Yuzvendra Chahal and current India captain Suryakumar Yadav. He then walked onto the field with the trophy amid fireworks and loud chants of ???Rohit, Rohit??? from the home crowd, creating a memorable moment at his home ground.

Watch: Rohit Sharma Politely Rejects Tea Offer From Mukesh Ambani

Rohit Sharma joined the Ambani family at their VIP box. Mukesh Ambani and Nita Ambani welcomed Rohit in the stands. The exchange showed a relaxed and friendly moment away from the action on the field.

Later, cameras captured Mukesh Ambani offering Rohit a cup of tea and snacks. Rohit politely declined, and the simple gesture quickly went viral on social media, sparking widespread reactions from fans online.

Watch the video of the same posted by a user on Instagram below:

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Suryakumar Yadav Guides India to 29-Run Win Over USA

India recovered from an early setback to secure a comfortable 29-run win over the USA, with captain Suryakumar Yadav playing a match-winning knock. Batting first, India posted 161 for 9 in 20 overs, with Suryakumar scoring an unbeaten 84 off 49 balls, including 10 fours and four sixes.

Ishan Kishan, who scored 20 off 16 balls with one four and two sixes, and Tilak Varma, who added 25 off 16 balls, including three fours and one six, chipped in with useful runs at the top of the order. For the USA, Shadley van Schalkwyk impressed with figures of 4 for 29, while Harmeet Singh picked up 2 for 26.

Chasing 162, the USA finished on 132 for 8. Milind Kumar scored 34 off 34 balls, while Sanjay Krishnamurthi (37) and Shubham Ranjane (37) showed resistance but could not stop India from sealing the win. Mohammed Siraj claimed 3 for 29, while Axar Patel and Arshdeep Singh bagged two wickets each.

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