The star Indian cricketer Virat Kohli and his wife Anushka Sharma are known for protecting their kids from getting clicked by mediapersons and recently Virat did something off-the-field because of which he was all over the news and social media platforms.
Virat Kohli was reportedly involved in a heated exchange with the Australian media ahead of the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground next week. According to a report, the incident occurred at Melbourne airport when Virat Kohli reacted strongly to cameras he believed were filming his family.
Virat Kohli, who is quite particular about his family’s privacy, became upset when he thought the media was recording his children. He said that he needs privacy for his kids and they (mediapersons) can’t film them without his permission. However, the misunderstanding was soon resolved when it was clarified that the cameras were not directed at his children. Kohli’s firm stance on keeping his family out of the spotlight is well-known, so his reaction did not come as a surprise.
Here is the video of the incident:
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On the cricketing front, Virat Kohli’s performance in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy is a matter of concern. Apart from his century in Perth, he has struggled to make a significant impact, often getting out to deliveries outside the off-stump. With the series tied at 1-1, the upcoming Boxing Day Test could be crucial in determining the winner and potentially deciding a spot in the World Test Championship Final for the 2023-25 cycle.
The recent retirement of Ravichandran Ashwin has fueled speculation about the future of several senior players in the Indian team. As the side faces a period of transition, there are rumours that the ongoing WTC cycle might be the last for some veterans. If these are indeed Virat Kohli’s final games as a Test player, he would undoubtedly want to finish on a high note and leave a lasting legacy in the format.
The stakes for the Boxing Day Test are high, not only for the series outcome but also for what it might signify for the future of Indian cricket’s senior stars including Virat Kohli.
