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Watch: Virat Kohli adorably mentions wife Anushka as ‘ma’am’ while paparazzi thank the couple for gifts | Cricket News

Danijones5 months ago03 mins

NEW DELHI: Star batter Virat Kohli on Thursday departed for the United States to join the Indian team for the upcoming T20 World Cup in the Americas. With the rest of the team already in New York, practicing ahead of their warm-up game against Bangladesh, followed by the campaign opener against Ireland on June 5, Kohli was the last to leave the country and will be joining the team soon.As soon as Kohli arrived at the airport, he was mobbed by fans and paparazzi as the star India batter obliged to requests for selfies. The photographers also thanked Kohli for the gift he and wife Anushka Sharma sent them after the birth of their son, Akaay. And while responding to the paps, Kohli adorably mentioned Anushka as ‘ma’am’, saying that it was actually she who sent the gifts. The gift hamper that Kohli and Anushka sent to the paps had the message: “We sincerely thank you for respecting the privacy of our children and for your unwavering cooperation.”Kohli, the Orange Cap winner in the just-concluded IPL season, goes into the T20 World Cup in red-hot form and will be one of the players to watch in the tournament. Earlier, there were reports saying that Kohli had asked for a short break at the conclusion of the IPL and that’s why he was the last to leave for the T20 World Cup. In the 2024 edition of the IPL, Kohli amassed 741 runs at an average of 61.75 and a strike rate of 154.70. He also scored 5 fifties and a century in the season.

Virat Kohli: T20 World Cup: Uncertainty looms over Virat Kohli’s participation in warm-up match | Cricket News

Danijones5 months ago03 mins

NEW DELHI: Star batter Virat Kohli remains the only player from India’s T20 World Cup squad who has yet to arrive in the USA. While the other 18 cricketers, including four reserves, began their training session in New York on Wednesday, Kohli’s arrival is still pending.Kohli was recently seen in Mumbai with his wife Anushka Sharma and former India cricketer Zaheer Khan and he has reportedly requested an extended break after the grueling two-month-long Indian Premier League. “There has been no update on his travel status from the BCCI yet,” reported ESPNCricinfo. Kohli last played on May 22 in the IPL Eliminator, where his team, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, was knocked out by Rajasthan Royals.According to PTI, Kohli is expected to reach New York on Friday. “Kohli took a break for personal work after RCB’s IPL ouster and in all likelihood, he will join the squad by Friday,” the news agency stated.However, doubts remain about Kohli’s availability for India’s only warm-up match against Bangladesh on Sunday, June 1. “It is not clear if he would be able to take part in the only warm-up game against Bangladesh on Saturday after a long flight,” PTI wrote.Kohli had a stellar IPL season, winning the Orange Cap for the second time with 741 runs in 15 matches at a strike rate of 154.70.India will start their campaign on June 5 against Ireland in New York, followed by a highly anticipated match against arch-rivals Pakistan on June 9. They will face hosts USA on June 12 before moving to Lauderhill, Florida, for a game against Canada on June 15.

Loud cheers as Virat Kohli makes lively gesture towards Anushka Sharma. Watch | Cricket News

Danijones6 months ago02 mins

NEW DELHI: No matter wherever he is positioned, Virat Kohli‘s each and every act on the field gets captured on camera. And Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s match against Gujarat Titans was no different as the former RCB captain was caught making animated gestures towards his wife Anushka Sharma in the stands at M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Saturday.Virat’s actions, such as pretending to carry an aarti ki thali upon his arrival, were greeted with enthusiasm and appreciation from the audience.They cherished the couple’s deep connection and Virat’s lighthearted demeanor. The endearing interaction between Virat and Anushka rapidly spread across social media platforms. The event marked Anushka’s first public appearance following the birth of their son, Akaay. Prior to this, she was seen during her birthday festivities, where she celebrated with Virat and his RCB colleagues in a private gathering.RCB stay alive in IPLRoyal Challengers Bengaluru kept alive their slim playoff hopes in the Indian Premier League with a four-wicket victory over Gujarat Titans in a low-scoring thriller on Saturday.Bengaluru pacers came to the party as Gujarat was put into bat and bowled out for 147 runs in 19.3 overs.Bengaluru skipper Faf du Plessis then led the way with 64 off 23 balls, as the hosts finished with 152-6 in only 13.4 overs. Kohli scored 42 runs in 27 balls and shared an opening partnership of 92 with du Plessis in 5.5 overs.