Sanju Samson compared to ‘old Rohit Sharma’, brutally fat-shamed and ordered to improve fitness ASAP

Indian wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson has suddenly found himself at the center of social media controversy after fans began comparing his current fitness to Rohit Sharma’s early physique.

Rohit’s fitness has often been a hot topic among fans, with many criticizing his physique over the years. But in 2025, the former Indian captain surprised everyone with a major fitness transformation. Rohit has worked hard to become leaner, stronger, and more determined than ever.

After witnessing the amazing transformation of Hitman, fans have now ordered Samson to improve his fitness as the Indian cricket team started preparations for the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup 2026.

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Sanju Samson faces backlash as fans compare his fitness to ‘Old Rohit Sharma’

As India prepares for the high-voltage five-match T20I series against Australia, Samson’s body shape has sparked massive discussion online after a picture of him went viral on social media. The viral picture showed Sanju enjoying himself with Rinku Singh during India's training session.

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In this photo, the Indian wicketkeeper-batter can be seen quite bulky, and even his stomach and belly are hanging out. This left the Indian cricket fans furious, with some fans mocking Sanju’s appearance and others demanding him to improve his fitness to stay sharp.

The criticism comes with an ironic twist, as Rohit Sharma also once faced similar jibes in the past for his fitness levels. Back then, the Indian opener, who now plays only ODIs, was often targeted for appearing bulky, but recently, he has completely transformed himself.

Fans are now calling on Samson to take a similar route. He is currently part of India’s squad for the upcoming five-match T20I series against Australia, starting on October 29 in Canberra.

Here's how fans slam Sanju Samson's fitness:

Yeh samson itna mota hogya hai😁😁

— Ayeman khan (@ayeman_khan18) October 27, 2025

Abe sanju bhai purana rohit wala physique hote ja raha hai

— rishu (@rishushukla1991) October 27, 2025

Sanju put on weight

— Guru (all for VJ) (@raghavgenerous) October 27, 2025

@IamSanjuSamson fitness pe dhyan de bhai😾

— THUNDER (@Gopal_Sanju09) October 27, 2025

Sanju replacing Rohit
Fat....😳😳

— Gulshan Singh (@moohfatladka) October 27, 2025

Crazy how when Pant wasn’t that fit in 2022, everyone called him fat. Now Sanju Samson’s looking like a halwai and suddenly everyone’s silent crazy hypocrisy. https://t.co/QAOZyhXHET

— Harsh 17  (@harsh03443) October 27, 2025

Bc Samson looks fatty needs to work on his fitness

— 93 (@93Yorker) October 27, 2025

Yr Sanju Baba itne fatty kyo laga rahe hain, he needs to work on fitness 🫠

— baba tillu 🤖 (@Govindjoshi45) October 27, 2025

Samson bc what is this fitness? https://t.co/HUuYrsHstm

— Hriday (@Hriday1812) October 27, 2025

sanju bhai fitness pr dhyaan do🙃

— MasalaDosa (@DasalaMosa_) October 27, 2025

Samson looking more rohit now 😀😂

— Alok Gupta (@alok_arg) October 27, 2025

Ye samson gende jaisa phul raha hai.

— Sacredly Profane (@wanderfool_dude) October 27, 2025

Mota 🥸

— Sushanth¹⁷ (@slogsweep_17) October 27, 2025

Sanju ek dum mallu bhabhi lagta h pic.twitter.com/ZfzNinLq2o

— Rishabh Singh Bisht (@Rishabh08296375) October 27, 2025

Suryakumar Yadav gears up for toughest test as India face Australia in T20I series

Meanwhile, Suryakumar Yadav faces one of his toughest captaincy tests as India gears up for the five-match T20I series against Australia. With Hardik Pandya ruled out due to an injury, Suryakumar will lead a young and fearless squad in the upcoming T20I series in Australia.

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Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill are set to open, followed by Suryakumar and Tilak Varma, while Sanju Samson is expected to retain his middle-order role ahead of Jitesh Sharma. Kuldeep Yadav will spearhead the spin attack alongside Jasprit Bumrah in the T20I series opener in Canberra.

Nitish Kumar Reddy may also get a chance to boost batting depth, with Axar Patel and Varun Chakaravarthy adding spin variety. Rinku Singh, Washington Sundar, and Harshit Rana might have to wait for their opportunities Down Under.