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On September 2, Saturday, before the play began in the Asia Cup 2023 Group A match between India and Pakistan, the fans were heard chanting “10 rupee ki Pepsi, Kohli bhai sexy,” for the former Indian captain. At the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Kandy, there were many fans from India in the grandstands, who had travelled to Sri Lanka, to watch the mother of all battles in cricket.
Virat Kohli, the megastar of India and world cricket, boasts a huge fan following, which is known for finding new ways to appreciate their favourite cricketer, for his exploits, both on and off the cricket field. The 34-year-old, who is currently in midst of good batting form, will be looking to give his fans more opportunities to rejoice in his achievements, in the ongoing Asia Cup and the upcoming ODI World Cup.
A video creator, who was present at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Kandy, went live on his official Instagram account, to show the preparation of Team India before the match began against Pakistan. During the live session, the fans went on to chant “10 rupee ki Pepsi, Kohli bhai sexy,” which was a thank-you gesture for the innumerable happy moments he has given to them in the past and continues to do so.
Watch the chant in appreciation of Virat Kohli here:
When the India vs Pakistan Group A clash did begin in the Asia Cup 2023 on September 2, the Men in Green bowlers picked up four early wickets to put the opposition in some trouble. Virat Kohli was dismissed for just 4 runs off 7 balls, chopping an innocuous delivery from Shaheen Afridi onto the stumps, which quietened the Indian crowd in the stadium.
But then, Ishan Kishan and Hardik Pandya resurrected the innings for Team India, with a 138-run partnership, after completing their respective fifties. When they got out in quick succession, the Indian innings got bowled out for 266 before the 50 overs were completed, but then, the rains came to spoil the match.
