Pre-match surprise: Virat Kohli’s encounter with Pakistani players

KANDY, Sri Lanka: In a delightful twist before the highly anticipated clash at the 2023 Asia Cup, Indian cricket stalwart Virat Kohli was spotted interacting with Pakistani players during a practice session.

Social media was abuzz with viral videos and images capturing this unique encounter.

The images revealed Virat Kohli mingling with Pakistani cricketers at the nets, where national fast bowlers Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf, and Shadab Khan were present.

What caught everyone’s attention was the candid camaraderie shared between Kohli and former Pakistani captain Shadab Khan, as they engaged in hearty laughter.

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This unexpected meeting added a touch of warmth and sportsmanship to the intense rivalry that always surrounds India-Pakistan cricket matches. Fans from both nations were pleasantly surprised to see the players from opposing teams bonding in such a friendly manner ahead of their clash.

The Asia Cup 2023 promises to be a thrilling competition, with Pakistan and India set to face each other in a much-anticipated match, following Pakistan’s victory over Nepal in the tournament’s opening fixture.