Pakistan fans cheer after Virat Kohli completed his century (Source:@FaizanBinAslam1,x.com)
Virat Kohli’s fan following in Pakistan has always been significant and the same things was seen during India vs Pakistan Champions Trophy clash. In a recent video that is going viral Pakistani girls were seen celebrating Virat Kohli’s century against their own team. At a special screening in Islamabad, fans erupted in applause when Kohli completed his 51st ODI century.
Kohli’s Century Sparks Cross-Border Cheers
It is important to mention that Virat Kohli entered the marquee clash under pressure, with critics questioning his form. However, the 36-year-old silenced the criticism with a composed, match-winning knock of 100* off 111 balls. His innings steered India to a six-wicket victory, keeping his legacy as a big-match player intact.
The moment Kohli reached his century, videos surfaced from various locations in Pakistan, particularly Islamabad, showing girls clapping, cheering, and even waving posters of Virat Kohli. Watch the video here:
India's Dominant Performance Against Pakistan
Earlier, India’s bowlers played a crucial role and restricted Pakistan to 241 runs. Kuldeep Yadav led the attack with three wickets, while Hardik Pandya chipped in with two. Pakistan’s batting line-up struggled to build momentum, never fully recovering from India’s relentless pressure.
Chasing 242, India’s innings remained under control from the start. Shubman Gill provided a steady foundation, after which Kohli anchored the chase with Shreyas Iyer offering valuable support. Kohli's composure under pressure ensured India reached the target comfortably.
After securing the victory, Kohli celebrated in his signature heartfelt manner. He was seen kissing his wedding ring and dedicated his century to his wife, Anushka Sharma. The gesture won hearts, with fans flooding social media with admiration for Kohli.