Rohit Sharma had a brief scare after India’s victory over West Indies in the first ODI in Thiruvananthapuram, as the veteran batter slipped while getting off the team bus.
A video of the incident has gone viral on social media, with Virat Kohli appearing concerned as Rohit lost his balance on the stairs.
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WATCH: Rohit Sharma Caught Off Balance As He Slips
The incident took place as the Indian team returned to its hotel following the eight-wicket victory at the Greenfield International Stadium on Sunday.
Rohit was seen stepping down from the bus when his foot suddenly slipped, causing him to lose his balance.
A member of the support staff immediately moved towards Rohit to steady him, while a nearby policeman also appeared to assist the former India captain.
Rohit subsequently regained his balance and walked away from the scene. Reports have described the incident as a brief injury scare, with no immediate indication of a serious injury.
Rohit Sharma’s Fitness In Scrutiny Ahead Of World Cup 2027
Rohit Sharma’s fitness and future in ODI cricket remain closely watched ahead of the 2027 ODI World Cup. This incident will certainly raise questions about his fitness yet again as India look to clinch the West Indies series.
The 39-year-old returned to India’s ODI setup for the West Indies series alongside Virat Kohli, with Shubman Gill leading the side.
Rohit has previously played down questions surrounding his participation in the 2027 World Cup, saying, “October 2027 is far away; we will see about it then.”
Despite the latest bus incident, Rohit was involved in the action during the opening ODI and also contributed in the field. His fitness will continue to be monitored as India build towards the next ODI World Cup.
India’s Win Against West Indies
India began the three-match ODI series with a convincing eight-wicket victory over West Indies in Thiruvananthapuram. West Indies posted 295/7 after batting first, with Justin Greaves scoring a century.
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India chased down the target with 300/2 in 41.4 overs. Virat Kohli marked his return to international cricket with an unbeaten 139 off 88 balls, while Shubman Gill also played a key role in the successful chase.
The victory gave India a 1-0 lead in the three-match series, while the attention subsequently shifted to the viral footage of Rohit’s bus slip.
Fans all over social media sent mixed reactions to his video, expressing concerns and a pinch of laughter.