New Delhi: During India’s match of the Super 8, in a hilarious turn of events India’s Star batter Virat Kohli was seen searching for the ball beyond the boundary ropes, evoking fans’ sweet ‘Gully Cricket’ memories. The video is going viral on all platforms making the wholesome moment a topic of discussion among all the users.
Rohit Sharma led the Indian team played against Bangladesh at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua. This was India’s 2nd Super 8 match. The men in blue registered a comfortable victory over the Tigers. Taking India one step closer to qualifying for the semis. During the 2nd innings, Virat Kohli was seen collecting the ball beyond the boundary ropes. The scene was hilarious, giving ‘Gully Cricket’ vibes.
Virat Kohli searching for the ball 😂❤pic.twitter.com/tiSXqd7k0e
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The wholesome incident took place on the last ball of the 17th over. Arshdeep Singh was smashed for a maximum over the deep-mid wicket by the Bangladeshi batsman Rishad Hossain. The ball went past the LED advertisement hoardings and managed to sneak under a platform.
Kohli, was positioned at the boundary, went over the LED advertisement hoarding in order to retrieve the ball. Virat spotted the ball under the platform. Then, the 35-year-old cricketer made an hysterical attempt and was successful in retrieving the ball leaving the spectators and commentators in amusement and awe.
Netizens Reaction
The video has been trending in all the social media platforms. Fans are commenting their opinions over the incident and relishing their childhood memories.