- Nasima Akter
Virat Kohli Seen Roaming on the Streets of London
Virat Kohli, the Indian cricket sensation, is currently enjoying a well-deserved break in the United Kingdom. As the Indian cricket team prepares for their upcoming tour of the West Indies, Kohli has taken the opportunity to spend some quality time in England. Recently, on June 28, the 34-year-old was spotted leisurely strolling through the streets of London. Dressed in a stylish ensemble consisting of a white T-shirt, black sweater, brown pants, and white sneakers, he exuded his trademark charm. Kohli effortlessly carried a bag in his left hand, adding to his casual yet fashionable appearance. This isn't the first time he has chosen to stay in Europe following the World Test Championship (WTC) final, as he also recently visited Amsterdam.
For those unfamiliar with Kohli's personal life, the cricketer has an immense following on social media, boasting over 254 million followers on Instagram alone. One of his favorite pastimes while abroad is exploring the local streets on foot. In a recent interview, Kohli revealed that he has long missed the simple pleasure of walking through the streets back home in India. He fondly reminisced about his childhood days, sharing that his go-to market was Jwala Heri in West Delhi. He would frequently visit the area, parking his scooty and freely wandering from shop to shop, enjoying the experience to the fullest.
Kohli expressed his yearning for those carefree strolls, saying, "That's something that I really miss. If someone gives me 12 hours, I would honestly just walk around. That's a different joy of walking on the road, go whichever shop you want, eat or buy something." Despite his international fame and busy schedule, the down-to-earth cricketer yearns for the simple pleasures of life, cherishing the opportunity to immerse himself in the local culture wherever he goes.
Looking ahead, Virat Kohli is eagerly anticipating the upcoming tour of the West Indies, where he will feature in both the Test and One-Day International (ODI) squads. Following his underwhelming performance in the WTC final, where he scored only 14 and 49 runs, Kohli is determined to start afresh and make a strong impact in the new WTC cycle (2023-2025). The right-handed batsman's next appearance on the cricket field will be during the two-Test series, set to commence on July 12 at Windsor Park in Dominica.
One noteworthy milestone within Kohli's reach is completing 1,000 runs in Test matches against the West Indies. With a current tally of 822 runs in 14 Tests against the Caribbean team, including two centuries, he requires a mere 178 more runs to achieve this significant milestone. The cricketing maestro has already amassed over 1,000 runs against formidable opponents such as Australia (2,042), England (1,991), South Africa (1,236), and Sri Lanka (1,085), further solidifying his status as one of the world's premier batsmen.
The Indian Test squad for the upcoming West Indies tour features a formidable lineup. Rohit Sharma will lead the team, with support from players like Shubman Gill, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Ajinkya Rahane (vice-captain), and promising young talents like Yashasvi Jaiswal and Ishan Kishan. The squad also includes wicket-keepers KS Bharat and Ishan Kishan, as well as a formidable bowling attack consisting of Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, Shardul Thakur, Axar Patel, Mohammed Siraj, Mukesh Kumar, Jaydev Unadkat, and Navdeep Saini.
As the anticipation builds for the upcoming series, cricket fans worldwide eagerly await Virat Kohli's return to form. His passion for the game and dedication to continuous improvement make him an integral part of the Indian cricket team. With his exceptional talent and the support of his teammates, Kohli is poised to leave a lasting impact on the West Indies tour and add more records to his illustrious career.
