In the India vs. Sri Lanka match in Mumbai on Thursday, Virat Kohli put on an electrifying performance, captivating the Wankhede Stadium crowd with both his batting and fielding. India secured an impressive victory, earning a spot in the World Cup 2023 semi-finals and maintaining their unbeaten record, thanks to Rohit Sharma’s leadership.
During the evening, with India’s fast bowlers, including Mohammed Shami, Jasprit Bumrah, and Mohammed Siraj, wreaking havoc under the moonlit sky, Virat Kohli further energized the spectators. In a spontaneous and joyous moment, he danced to the tune of “My Name Is Lakhan,” engaging the audience.
Sameer Allana, a fan at the ground, shared a video of Kohli dancing in the slips as Jasprit Bumrah prepared to bowl. Kohli performed the iconic Bollywood actor Anil Kapoor step from the song, earning a thunderous cheer from the crowd, to which he responded with a smile.
The Sri Lankan batters found it challenging to face the formidable Indian fast bowlers, who bowled with remarkable skill and intensity. As the pacers unleashed their fury, Kohli rallied the Wankhede crowd, encouraging them to raise their voices as Bumrah approached to deliver his lethal deliveries.
Virat Kohli dancing on 'MY NAME IS LAKHAN' 🤩 #INDvSL pic.twitter.com/28Uzadj50D
— Sameer Allana (@HitmanCricket) November 2, 2023
Earlier in the game, India compiled a formidable total of 357 runs against Sri Lanka, with Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, and Shreyas Iyer all contributing half-centuries. Although each of them appeared set to reach a century, Gill fell short at 92, Kohli at 88, and Iyer at 82. India dominated with the bat at the Wankhede Stadium, positioning themselves for a place in the semi-finals with a win.