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In a lighthearted moment captured on video, Indian cricket stalwart Virat Kohli showcased his playful side as he jovially teased fellow cricketer Shubman Gill during an encounter in the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) dressing room. The amusing interaction occurred as Gill, captain of the Gujarat Titans (GT), made an early appearance for practice ahead of the IPL 2024 clash between RCB and GT.
Gill, who recently missed out on securing a spot in the 15-member Team India squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup, found himself at the receiving end of Kohli’s good-natured ribbing. As captured in the viral video shared by GT, Kohli jokingly remarked, “Badi jaldi aaya practice mei” (You came so early for practice), upon seeing Gill’s early arrival.
The camaraderie and friendship between the two players were palpable, with Kohli assuming the role of the seasoned veteran, playfully bantering with Gill, who is his junior. The light-hearted exchange between the teammates highlighted the bond shared within the cricketing fraternity, transcending team boundaries.
Despite Gill’s recent exclusion from the national squad and his fluctuating form in the ongoing IPL 2024 season, where he has amassed 320 runs in 10 matches at a strike rate of 140.96, Kohli’s humorous approach underscored the mutual respect and camaraderie prevalent among players amidst the competitive cricketing landscape.
Gill, who clinched the Orange Cap in the previous IPL season with an impressive tally of 890 runs in 17 matches, has faced challenges in replicating his stellar performance this year. With only two half-centuries to his name in the current season, Gill’s journey has been marked by both highs and lows, reflecting the unpredictable nature of cricket.
Kohli’s jesting demeanor towards Gill also prompted speculation about the latter’s omission from the national squad, hinting at possible underlying reasons beyond mere performance metrics. Gill’s tenure as captain of GT, following Hardik Pandya’s departure to Mumbai Indians, has been scrutinized for lacking the maturity expected of a leader.
Amidst GT’s current standing at eighth place in the IPL 2024 points table, Gill and his team are under pressure to reverse their fortunes and reignite their campaign. With time running out and GT on a two-match losing streak, the upcoming fixtures pose a critical juncture for the team’s aspirations in the tournament.
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