[Watch] 'Diwali Ho Ya Holi, Anushka Loves...,' Fans Distract Kohli During USA Vs IND With Loud Chants
Virat Kohli acknowledged the fans' support (Twitter)
As the Indian team clinched their spot in the Super-8 with a decisive seven-wicket victory over the USA in Match 25 of the T20 World Cup 2024, it wasn’t Virat Kohli's bat that snatched the limelight but the incredible support and deafening cheers from his ardent fans.
On a day where Virat Kohli's bat whispered quietly with a golden duck, the buzz at the stadium was anything but silent.
Kohli reacted warmly to fans’ witty chants
In a great display of affection and humour, fans serenaded the cricket icon with catchy slogans.
"10 rupee ki Pepsi, Kohli bhai sexy," they chanted.
Another chant that echoed through the stands was "Diwali ho ya Holi, Anushka loves Kohli.”
Virat Kohli, ever the crowd-pleaser, responded with a wave and a wide grin, acknowledging the creative cheers from his supporters. His reaction, filled with genuine amusement and appreciation, quickly became a viral sensation.
Meanwhile, the match itself saw the USA setting a modest target of 111, thanks to a top score of 27 from Nitish Kumar.
India’s response was spearheaded by a shaky start, but the day was saved by Suryakumar Yadav and Shivam Dube. Yadav's unbeaten 50 along with Dube's solid 31 not out, ensured a smooth sail to victory after initial turbulence.
Arshdeep Singh, with a career-best 4/9, starred with the ball, turning the game decisively in India's favour and setting the stage for the batsmen to finish the job.
As India steps confidently into the Super-8, they would hope that an out-of-form Kohli gives his fans a reason to cheer with his impeccable batting.
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