Power Nap: Anushka Sharma’s mid-match rest takes internet by storm

Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma’s brief nap during the Australia-India semi-final in the Champions Trophy 2025 became a viral moment on social media.

Anushka attended the match at the Dubai International Stadium to support her husband, Virat Kohli, who was later named Player of the Match for his crucial 84-run innings. Seated in the VIP stands, she passionately cheered for Team India as they secured a dominant win to reach the final.

However, during the second innings, when India was at 75/2 while chasing 265, cameras caught Anushka resting her chin on her hand with her eyes closed. The candid moment quickly spread on X (formerly Twitter), sparking lighthearted discussions.

Many fans sympathized with the actress, highlighting the challenges of managing two children and appreciating her presence at the match despite her evident exhaustion. “Very Indian mother coded,” one user wrote, while another quipped, “This is peaceful sleep because she knows Virat will take India to victory.” Some even joked that she wasn’t sleeping but praying as an LBW decision against Kohli was under review.

The clip has since garnered over 50,000 views and thousands of reactions online.

India will now face New Zealand in the Champions Trophy final on March 9 in Dubai.