NEW DELHI: The Indian Premier League match between
Royal Challengers Bengaluru
and Kolkata Knight Riders witnessed a surprising on-field moment of reconciliation between
Virat Kohli
and
Gautam Gambhir
, former rivals turned friends, on Friday evening.
In a notable display of sportsmanship, Kohli and Gambhir, known for their intense on-field rivalry, were spotted exchanging handshakes and smiles during a strategic timeout at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.
The heartwarming interaction between the two cricketing stalwarts, whose relationship has been marred by past conflicts, was caught on camera, swiftly becoming viral on social media platforms.
Seizing the opportunity to inject humour into the moment, the
Delhi Police
, through their social media handle, shared a lighthearted meme referencing the iconic Kohli-Gambhir rivalry.
The meme bore the caption: "Dial 112 aur jhagde ko shaant karao! koi jagda 'Virat' ya 'Gambhir' nahi." (Dial 112 and settle any argument, no fight is 'big' or 'serious' enough).
Whenever Kohli and Gambhir face off on the cricket field, the spotlight inevitably turns to their storied rivalry, overshadowing the game itself. Their clashes date back to IPL 2023 when Gambhir, now a mentor for the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), was associated with the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG).
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A verbal altercation ensued between Kohli and LSG pacer Naveen Ul Haq, escalating tensions. Post-match, Gambhir joined the fray, engaging in another round of verbal sparring with Kohli.
One of the most memorable incidents between the two occurred during an IPL match in 2013, where their heated exchange made headlines. However, their recent display of camaraderie on the field signifies a positive shift in their relationship.
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