Australian cricket captain pat cummins shared his experience with Indian fans and their passion for Virat Kohli on The Grade Cricketer podcast. A three-year-old video of Cummins discussing this has recently resurfaced online, showing just how dedicated and intense Virat Kohli’s fanbase can be. Cummins recalled an incident where he faced a massive response from fans after tweeting about Kohli, emphasizing how the Indian media and fans can “absolutely hound” anyone who comments on their cricket hero.
The Incident with Virat Kohli Fans
Cummins recounted a specific anecdote from when he tweeted about Kohli, hoping he wouldn’t score a hundred against Australia. Despite his tweet being a compliment to Kohli’s skills, fans flooded his social media when Kohli did score a century six months later. Cummins shared how his phone “blew up” with notifications, turning a simple comment into a big reaction from the fans.
Kohli’s Century and the Reaction
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The tweet Cummins referred to was made during the 2018-19 Border Gavaskar Trophy, where Kohli scored 123 runs in the second Test in Perth. This century was notable as it was the only match India lost in that historic series win. Cummins’ comment about Kohli’s talent led to an overwhelming response from Indian fans, illustrating their passionate support and how they defend their cricket stars fiercely.
Recent Matches and Rivalry
Despite the past incident, Cummins has had recent success against Kohli. Notably, during the 2023 World Cup Final, Cummins managed to bowl out Kohli, disrupting the Indian innings. Additionally, Cummins’ team, Sunrisers Hyderabad, reached the IPL 2024 Final, though they were defeated by the Kolkata Knight Riders. As India and Australia are strong contenders for the 2024 T20 World Cup, more exciting matches and potential face-offs between Kohli and Cummins are anticipated, continuing their cricketing rivalry.
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