ICC T20 World Cup 2024: [WATCH] Virat Kohli Gets Warm Welcome In New York During The IND vs IRE Match

Virat Kohli, the Team India batsman, received an enthusiastic welcome from the crowd at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York before the team’s 2024 T20 World Cup opener against Ireland. The Men in Blue commenced their campaign on Wednesday, June 5th.

A couple of videos shared by one of Kohli’s fan clubs on social media showcased his dynamic entrance into the stadium. The 35-year-old was greeted by loud cheers from the spectators.

Virat Kohli's entry at Nassau County Stadium#ViratKohli | #t20worldcup pic.twitter.com/mZZWpuoy7i

— 𝙒𝙧𝙤𝙜𝙣🥂 (@wrognxvirat) June 5, 2024

Go Well Champ 👑❤️#viratkohli pic.twitter.com/eGK89qWlsB

— 𝙒𝙧𝙤𝙜𝙣🥂 (@wrognxvirat) June 5, 2024

Virat Kohli enters the 2024 T20 World Cup following a dominant performance in the recently concluded IPL 2024. He secured the Orange Cap for the season, tallying 741 runs in 15 innings with a strike rate of 154.69.

Virat Kohli may open alongside Rohit Sharma in the IND vs IRE match

Virat Kohli is anticipated to open with Rohit Sharma for India in their first 2024 T20 World Cup match against Ireland, as Yashasvi Jaiswal was not included in the playing XI. After winning the toss and opting to field first, Sharma commented:

“We’re going to bowl. Preparations have been alright. Have been managing ourselves in these new conditions. Has been challenging but we are all professionals. We played on a similar pitch and do know what to expect a little bit.”

“I know it’s going to be slightly different from what we’re used to. But that’s what the sport is. Not sure about the conditions too much, so thought having a target in front of us would be good. Guys missing out are Kuldeep, Sanju, Jaiswal and one more.”

India is in Group A of the 2024 T20 World Cup, alongside Ireland, Pakistan, Canada, and the United States. Led by Rohit Sharma, their second match will be against arch-rivals Pakistan in New York on Sunday, June 9.

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