Virat Kohli displayed his characteristic grace both on and off the field during the Kanpur Test, as he shared a touching moment with Bangladesh all-rounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz. Following the conclusion of the second Test, Kohli accepted a bat from Miraz, who had recently launched his own bat company. Kohli’s response, in Bengali, delighted fans across both nations.
“Khub bhalo achi (it’s very good),” Kohli said with a smile, referring to the bat. He then added, “Wish you all the best. Keep doing the good work.” The gesture was warmly received, as Kohli acknowledged Miraz’s efforts and company. His use of Bengali to express his appreciation resonated with fans and added a special cultural touch to the moment.
Miraz also presented a bat to Indian captain Rohit Sharma. The Bangladesh all-rounder, along with a few associates, started his bat-making company and decided to gift the handcrafted bats to two of India’s most celebrated cricketers. The gesture highlighted the camaraderie between the players and was a testament to the bond that transcends competitive boundaries.
India secured a 2-0 series victory over Bangladesh, cementing their dominance in the World Test Championship (WTC) standings. Despite rain disrupting play for two days in Kanpur, India pulled off a comfortable seven-wicket win following their 280-run triumph in Chennai. The win reinforced India’s top position in the WTC table.
Rohit Sharma had a modest series with the bat, scoring just 42 runs across four innings. However, his aggressive 23-run knock off 11 balls in the Kanpur Test drew praise from fans and cricket experts alike. Although his overall performance in the series was below his usual standards, the intent in his brief innings was appreciated.
Kohli, after a slow start in Chennai, made a strong comeback in Kanpur. He contributed a quick 47 in the first innings and remained unbeaten on 29 in the second innings, guiding India to a comfortable seven-wicket victory. His efforts ensured India clinched the series sweep against Bangladesh.
With the Test series against Bangladesh completed, India will now shift focus to the upcoming T20I series before hosting New Zealand for a crucial Test series. Both Kohli and Rohit, who have retired from T20Is, will take a short break before returning for the Test series, as India gears up for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy Down Under.
