WATCH: New York fans chant ‘Kohli ko bowling do’ during India vs Ireland match | T20 World Cup 2024
India they started from scratch T20 World Cup 2024 campaign with an emphatic eight-wicket victory Ireland Wednesday (June 5). The Men in Blue secured two crucial points in Group A, showing dominance with both bat and ball at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York.
Clinical bowling performance by India
The Indian bowlers were in different form, restricting Ireland to 96 runs in just 16 overs. Hardik Pandya he is an outstanding player, taking 3 wickets for 27 runs in his four over spell. Jasprit Bumrah (2/6) and Arshdeep Singh (2/35) provided excellent support, dismantling Ireland’s batting order and ensuring a strong start for India.
Successful chase led by Rohit Sharma
Chasing a target of 97, India made little work of the run chase, reaching the target in 12.2 overs. Captain Rohit Sharma he led the batsman to a composed and brilliant century, handling the innings brilliantly despite a challenging pitch. Rohit’s efforts were accompanied by hitting the wicketkeeper Rishabh Pantwho remained unbeaten to see off India at home.
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Virat Kohli fan songs
During the match, a remarkable incident happened when the Indian fans started chanting for the legendary Batter Virat Kohli bowling. Passionate crowd songs of “Kohli ko bowling do” (Give Kohli the ball) was heard throughout the stadium, showing their desire to see the star cricketer play the bowling role. The intense video of this moment has fans cheering Kohli as he bowls a deep mid-wicket shot. Despite being fired up, Kohli remained focused on the game and did not get involved in the crowd’s request.
Here is the video:
Fans chanting ‘Kohli ko bowling do’. 😂pic.twitter.com/4Pigsw2QOZ
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) June 6, 2024
Kohli’s early dismissal
Kohli, who joined the team late and missed the practice match against them Bangladesh, had a disappointing start to his T20 World Cup campaign. Opening the innings with Rohit, Kohli was dismissed for just one run off 5 balls by the Irish. Mark Adair. Kohli will be eager to find his form in the upcoming India match against their biggest rivals Pakistan June 9.
