Abhishek Nayar's hilarious reaction to Rohit Sharma eating popcorn during IND vs AUS 1st ODI break goes viral

Divy Dubey

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Abhishek Nayar's hilarious reaction to Rohit Sharma eating popcorn during IND vs AUS 1st ODI break goes viral image

Rohit Sharma's brief popcorn moment during the rain break of the first ODI between India and Australia at Perth became an instant hit on social media - but not for the reason one might expect.

Former India assistant coach Abhishek Nayar, who has closely worked with Rohit, had a funny reaction in the commentary box that left fans laughing.

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The moment came hours after Nayar had spoken about Rohit's impressive fitness transformation and his goal to stay in peak shape for the 2027 ODI World Cup.

Abhishek Nayar's reaction to Rohit Sharma's popcorn moment at Perth

During the rain break, cameras showed Rohit Sharma sitting with captain Shubman Gill and munching on popcorn. Watching this live, Nayar couldn't hold back a laugh as he exclaimed in Hindi on JioCinema commentary:

"Arey bhai usse popcorn mat de (Don't let him eat popcorn)!"

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Before the match, Nayar had discussed Rohit's remarkable 11-kg weight loss. He credited the opener's determination to get leaner and sharper ahead of the 2027 World Cup.

Speaking to JioHotstar, Nayar explained that Rohit's goal was not just cosmetic but performance-driven: to become faster, more agile, and ready for the physical demands of international cricket.

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"The outlook was obviously the 2027 World Cup - to be fitter, stronger, lighter, and more agile. The skill has always been there. The fitness has only amplified the skill," Nayar said.

Rohit's return to ODI cricket ends on a low

Despite the buzz surrounding his comeback, Rohit scored just eight off 14 balls before being dismissed by Josh Hazlewood. India struggled throughout, finishing on 136 in a rain-curtailed innings.

Australia comfortably chased down the revised target of 131, with Mitchell Marsh unbeaten on 46, as the hosts took a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.

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Divy Dubey

Divy Dubey is a content producer for The Sporting News' India edition. He has a passion for cricket and is an avid fan of football. His work spans culture, media, and digital trends. With a background in research and a curiosity-driven approach, he enjoys crafting thoughtful, engaging stories that invite readers to see everyday topics in a new light.