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Virat Kohli, The Inspiration; What Is The Connection Between India Star And SA20's New Hero?

Probuddha Bhattacharjee

Virat Kohli and Delano Potgieter [Source: @21OneTwo34, @KunalBhanwala/x.com]Virat Kohli and Delano Potgieter [Source: @21OneTwo34, @KunalBhanwala/x.com]

The SA20 2025 has got off to a fiery start with the inaugural game between MI Cape Town and Sunrisers Eastern Cape. Even though it turned out to be a lopsided affair, the viewers witnessed an extraordinary performance by Delano Potgieter.

The 28-year-old single-handedly destroyed the MI Cape Town batting, ensuring Eastern Cape's first-ever win against MICT. The newest superhero of the SA20 league finished the match with unbelievable figures of 5 for 10 in three overs. Not only with the ball, but Potgieter also proved his worth with the bat. He scored 25 runs off 12 balls and emerged as the catalyst for the team, taking their total past the 170 mark. 

Fans Trace Back Potgieter's Connection With Kohli

As the Potgieter became an instant hit on social media, the fans have linked this success with the influence of the Indian star Virat Kohli. Notably, the Indian maverick gave a bat to Rashid Khan, with which Potgieter batted in the match.

Most of the Kohli and Indian cricket fans are of the opinion that the magic of the bat brought out the best of Potgieter's batting skills. The confidence he carried from his aggressive little cameo, in turn, boosted his bowling performance, and hence, he bowled an outstanding spell. 

These links by the fans do seem entertaining. However, one cannot take away anything from Potgieter's excellence on the field, which bamboozled the MI Cape Town side.