Virat Kohli and Ishant Sharma: A Bond Formed Over a Decade
Ishant Sharma, India and Delhi teammate of Virat Kohli, has shared a story of the cricketer’s character when he was only seventeen. After his father’s untimely passing, Kohli was left alone and in shock. Nevertheless, he was determined to not let his emotions take over and managed to help Delhi win the game.
Ishant has known Kohli since his Under 17 days and the two have since gone on to represent India together. The fast bowler has witnessed the cricketer’s transformation over the years and has expressed his admiration for him. He said, “The day Virat Kohli’s father passed away, he was alone and sad, didn’t know how to react but then he batted and won the game when he was just seventeen years old. Till today I don’t understand how, if that happened to me, I would not have been gone to ground.”
Good News Before World Cup: Jasprit Bumrah Set to Return for Ireland Tour
India cricket fans have some good news before the World Cup. Jasprit Bumrah, the team’s star fast bowler, is set to return for the Ireland tour. He has been out of action since the Australia series due to a shoulder injury. However, he has now recovered and is ready to join the team for the tour.
Conclusion
Virat Kohli and Ishant Sharma have been friends for over a decade. During this time, Sharma has seen Kohli’s transformation and has expressed his admiration for his character. On the other hand, India cricket fans have something to cheer for as fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah is set to return for the Ireland tour.