Virat Kohli was in full throttle on Friday during Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s clash with Sunrisers Hyderabad in Lucknow. His fiery moment came in the fourth over of the first innings when SRH opener Abhishek Sharma was dismissed after a quickfire 34 off 17 balls.
The dismissal came off a full delivery by Lungi Ngidi, which Abhishek tried to flick but mistimed it straight to Phil Salt at deep backward square leg. As Sharma began walking back, Kohli ran towards the pitch and gave him a vocal send-off that quickly became one of the most talked-about moments of the match.
Abhishek Stays Silent as Kohli Lets Loose
The moment was tense. Kohli, known for wearing his emotions on his sleeve, appeared to shout something toward Abhishek, who quietly walked back without reacting. The SRH opener, who was recently involved in a send-off controversy with LSG’s Digvesh Rathi, chose not to respond this time, showing restraint in the face of Kohli’s intense celebration.
Fans online were quick to draw comparisons, calling it a “classic Kohli moment” while praising Abhishek for maintaining his composure. The video of the incident quickly went viral on social media, adding spice to an already heated encounter.
Kohli’s Fire Still Burns Bright Post-Test Retirement
Kohli’s animated presence on the field comes shortly after his unexpected retirement from Test cricket on May 12. The decision stunned fans and experts alike, especially with India scheduled to tour England for a five-match Test series starting June 20.
His retirement followed those of Rohit Sharma and R Ashwin, leaving India with an inexperienced squad for the crucial overseas assignment. However, moments like his fiery send-off show that Kohli’s passion for the game remains as strong as ever.
Whether it’s IPL or international cricket, Virat Kohli continues to lead with emotion, intensity, and an unmatched will to dominate.
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