India, May 16 -- Rohit Sharma shared a light-hearted moment with his well-known fan, Dipak Patel, during the unveiling of the 'Rohit Sharma Stand' at the iconic Wankhede Stadium on Friday. On the sidelines of the ceremony, Rohit noticed Dipak waving the Indian flag; after a brief interaction and posing for a photo together, the fan playfully followed him, prompting Rohit to mock-gesture a punch, instantly drawing smiles from those present.

Moments later, Rohit warmly side-hugged Dipak, much to the delight of everyone around.

The affectionate exchange drew smiles on the internet on an otherwise historic occasion, as the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) officially named a stand after Rohit. The decision was made last month, alongside stan...