Virat Kohli Enjoys Dugout Meal: India’s star batter Virat Kohli made headlines even without picking up the bat during the warm-up game against Bangladesh at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York on June 1, Saturday. Despite not featuring in the match, Kohli stole the limelight as fans eagerly awaited a glimpse of him at the stadium.
A video circulating on social media captured the moment when fans started chanting Kohli’s name, but the focused batter remained engrossed in his meal. However, Kohli’s acknowledgment of the crowd’s love was evident as he waved at the fans.
Despite his non-participation, Kohli displayed sportsmanship by coming out to shake hands with the Bangladesh players after India secured a comfortable win by 60 runs. There were initial doubts over Kohli’s availability for the game as he had arrived in New York alongside his wife Anushka Sharma just a day before the match.
The presence of Kohli, amidst the fervent crowd support, added an extra dimension to the warm-up match. Fans turned out in large numbers to showcase their support for Team India, indicating the excitement surrounding the upcoming matches.
The anticipation is palpable for Kohli’s appearance in the Indian jersey during the Group A match against Ireland on June 5 at the same venue. With the Rohit Sharma-led squad displaying a comprehensive performance in the warm-up match, expectations are high for a successful campaign ahead.