A circulating video on social media captures Virat Kohli’s poignant response following India’s defeat in the 2023 ODI World Cup final against Australia, marking a devastating moment for Indian cricket enthusiasts. Throughout the tournament, the Men in Blue displayed exceptional prowess but faltered in the ultimate match.
Kohli showcased an outstanding batting performance, amassing 765 runs at a remarkable average of 95.62, inclusive of three centuries and six half-centuries. His achievement surpassed Sachin Tendulkar’s record for the highest runs (673) in a single ODI World Cup edition.
Despite being named Player of the Tournament, Kohli’s stellar efforts couldn’t secure victory as India fell short in the final showdown. Setting a target of 240 in their 50 overs, India succumbed as Australia, led by Travis Head’s aggressive batting, chased it down, achieving 241 with six wickets and seven overs to spare.
The moment Australia sealed the win, the Indian team appeared crestfallen, with Kohli notably expressing his disappointment by removing his cap and dislodging the bails. A recent Instagram video shared by a fan offers a glimpse into Kohli’s reaction at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad after the championship match.
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Former Indian cricketer Subramaniam Badrinath has raised questions regarding the selectors’ decision not to reinstate Virat Kohli as Test captain. Kohli had relinquished the captaincy post an alleged rift with the management following the 2021-22 Test series against South Africa, subsequently leading to Rohit Sharma assuming leadership across all formats.