ICC ODI World Cup 2023: During the match where Indian batters outperformed Afghanistan’s bowling, cricket fans saw a touching moment. Indian star Virat Kohli and Afghanistan bowler Naveen-ul-Haq shared a warm hug on the field. What made it special was that just a few months ago, Kohli and Naveen-ul-Haq had a heated argument during an Indian Premier League (IPL) match. The video is circulating on the internet, with users praising their sportsmanship.
Prior to this moment, Virat Kohli was seen encouraging the Delhi crowd to refrain from taunting Naveen-ul-Haq.
Cricket fans were eager to see what happened between Virat Kohli and Naveen-ul-Haq in the India vs. Afghanistan match, but the way they greeted each other pleasantly surprised many. Having former Indian batter Gautam Gambhir in the commentary box added an intriguing twist to the face-off. Back when Virat Kohli and Naveen-ul-Haq had their argument, Gautam Gambhir also had a heated exchange with Kohli while supporting Naveen-ul-Haq.
The Internet’s Response to Virat Kohli and Naveen-ul-Haq’s Hug
Social media users expressed joy over both players moving on from their past rivalry and not letting it affect the important ICC World Cup 2023 match. Some cricket fans highlighted how players like Virat Kohli and Naveen-ul-Haq elevate cricket beyond just a game.
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Rohit Sharma, India’s captain, delivered a fantastic performance with 131 runs, guiding India to a comfortable 8-wicket victory (with 90 balls remaining) against Afghanistan. Star batsman Virat Kohli added 55 runs and the final winning hit. This significant win sets the stage for an exciting India vs. Pakistan showdown on Saturday at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium.
In the 273-run chase, Indian openers Rohit Sharma and Ishan Kishan started with a solid partnership of 156 runs. Ishan Kishan got out just before reaching 50, but Virat Kohli stepped in to finish the job. Rohit Sharma’s century against Afghanistan also made him the player with the most hundreds in the ICC World Cup.
