While the focus of Match 45 of IPL 2024 was firmly on the battle between Gujarat Titans (GT) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Virat Kohli managed to steal the show with his animated antics on the field.
Virat Kohli’ send-off to Shahrukh Khan
Shahrukh Khan, the hard-hitting batsman from Tamil Nadu, had just reached the crease for GT with the score at a precarious 45/2. Khan went on to play a scintillating knock, smashing his maiden IPL half-century at a blistering strike rate of 193.33. Just when it seemed like RCB were on the back foot, Mohammed Siraj brought them back into the game with a perfect yorker, rattling Khan’s stumps.
Here’s where things got interesting. Virat Kohli, who wasn’t directly involved in the dismissal as he was fielding on the boundary line, erupted in an animated send-off directed at Shahrukh Khan. Kohli’s vigorous gestures, urging the batsman to walk back to the pavilion, became the talk of the town, adding a dash of drama to the tense encounter.
This incident has gone viral, with many fans praising Kohli’s passion and competitive spirit. While some might find the send-off a bit over the top, it undoubtedly reflects Kohli’s unwavering desire to win. RCB ultimately went on to clinch the crunch tie against Gujarat Titans.
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