NEW DELHI: Having finished the
IPL 2024
as leading run-getter with 741 runs in 15 matches,
Virat Kohli
experienced a surprising slump in form during the
T20 World Cup
.
The star India batter endured three successive failures with the scores of 1, 4 and 0 against Ireland, Pakistan and USA respectively.
However, the former India captain Kohli's popularity among the fans continues to be unmatched.
A video of India vs USA match has gone viral on social media capturing a heartwarming moment where Indian fans passionately chanted, "hamara neta kaisa ho, Virat Kohli jaisa ho."
Kohli, known for his humility and connection with his supporters, acknowledged the fans' gesture by waving back at them, further strengthening the bond between the player and his devoted followers.
During the match, fans elevated their cheers for Kohli to the next level.
In another viral video on social media, Kohli can be seen standing at the boundary line while fans enthusiastically cheered for their star player.
"10 rupay ki Pepsi, Kohli bhai s..y," fans cheered for Virat.
Fans then added another line to their chants, saying "Diwali ho ya Holi, Anushka loves Kohli".
This brought a smile to Kohli's face as the Indian batting star waved to the crowd.
With three consecutive wins, India are through to the Super Eight stage, which will be held entirely in the West Indies.
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