[WATCH]- Rohit Sharma Hugs Virat Kohli After India’s Dominant Win Over Australia In The 1st BGT Test In Perth

After India secured a commanding 295-run victory over Australia in the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 in Perth, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli shared a warm hug to celebrate the win. Jasprit Bumrah led the team in Rohit’s absence due to personal reasons.

Rohit, who had recently joined the squad in Perth, was present in the dressing room as India wrapped up the match. He also had his first net session with a pink ball near the Optus Stadium to prepare for the upcoming day-night Test in Adelaide.

A video shared by an X user captured the heartwarming moment of Rohit appreciating Kohli for the victory, exchanging a hug and a smile after the match. You can watch the video here:

https://x.com/ssnoozefest/status/1861055334149718166?s=46

“He was in great form”- Jasprit Bumrah praised Virat Kohli after India’s win in the 1st Test against Australia in Perth

At the post-match press conference, Jasprit Bumrah lauded Virat Kohli for his pivotal role in the Indian team. Despite being dismissed for just 5 (12) in the first innings, Kohli showcased his class with an unbeaten century in the second innings, highlighting his resilience and impact.

“I have said this before that Virat Kohli doesn’t need us, it is we who need Virat Kohli. He is an experienced player, his 4th or 5th tour, so he knows best what his batting and calibre is like.”

“Sometimes when you have a career this long and you play in so many tough scenarios that he has played in, performing in every match becomes a bit difficult. But he was always looking in great space in this match,” Bumrah said.

He further continued:

“Obviously he got a great delivery in the first innings, but he was still in great space and he capitalised in the second innings. The second innings we needed an experienced batter who plays good himself and also allows the other batter to play freely. If at the start of the series a player like him gets some confidence, you cannot ask for anything more.”

The second Test between India and Australia, a day-night pink ball match, is set to begin on December 6 in Adelaide.

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