In an unexpected turn of events, India’s star batter Virat Kohli faced an unpleasant encounter with a fan during his practice session for the upcoming ODI series against Sri Lanka.
The incident took place as Kohli prepared for his first international match since India’s T20 World Cup 2024 victory.
Kohli landed in Sri Lanka on Monday morning, ready to gear up for the series. Although rain in Colombo cancelled the first practice session for the ODI squad, the former India captain didn’t let it dampen his spirits. On Tuesday, he finally hit the nets, marking his first session since the T20 World Cup final.
The Unfortunate Encounter
While deeply focused on his shadow practice in a room with some of his national teammates, Virat Kohli was suddenly interrupted. A fan chanted “Chokli-Chokli,” a derogatory term aimed at Kohli for his perceived struggles in crucial matches.
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The term “Chokli” became popular after India’s semi-final defeat to New Zealand in the 2019 World Cup, where Kohli was dismissed for just one run. Similar low scores in other key matches added fuel to the nickname.
Virat Kohli Kept Calm
Despite the uncalled-for provocation, Virat Kohli managed to keep his cool. He turned towards the fan, gave an angry look, and firmly stated, “Not here.”
His composed response showed his maturity and focus, even in the face of unnecessary trolling. Kohli’s ability to handle such situations speaks volumes about his mental toughness.
As he prepares to take on Sri Lanka, fans and critics alike are eagerly waiting to see him back in action, silencing his detractors with his performance on the field.
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