Rohit Sharma's epic gym regime: Why lift weights when you can lift pixels?

Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma has found himself in a digital pickle after sharing an edited image on Instagram that seemingly trimmed his waistline and toned his arms.

The captain posted the photo from a practice session ahead of the India-Sri Lanka ODI match, but eagle-eyed fans quickly spotted the magic touch of a photo editor.

According to reports from the Indian media, the difference was flagged by a fellow Indian user.

They pointed out the edited image, noting the absence of Sharma's usual physique compared to the unaltered version shared by the Indian cricket board.

The original image displayed a stark contrast, with Sharma’s belly noticeably less pronounced in the edited version. His arms also appeared more toned, sparking a wave of reactions on social media. It didn't take long for fans to notice and call out the discrepancy.

Facing mounting criticism for his Photoshop antics, Sharma soon deleted the post. However, the damage was done, and the images had already gone viral, setting the internet abuzz with memes and witty remarks.

The Indian skipper has faced scrutiny from fans regarding his weight and fitness levels in recent months, with this latest incident adding fuel to the fire.

While Rohit Sharma might have attempted to showcase his dedication to fitness, it seems the Instagram filter wasn’t quite ready for the spotlight.